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Ford Cougar

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T541 KAPMOT history

T541 KAP is a silver petrol Ford Cougar first used on 4 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 80,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Nov 2022
Mileage
80,141 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2021
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T541 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,544 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T541 KAP was last recorded at 80,141 miles on 17 Nov 2021, 4,708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
75,433 miles · 19 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
4,708 miles
Average per year
2,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 80,141 miles
  • 2020 – 75,433 miles
  • 2019 – 73,571 miles
  • 2018 – 71,348 miles
  • 2017 – 69,860 miles
  • 2016 – 68,237 miles
  • 2015 – 67,571 miles
  • 2014 – 66,503 miles
  • 2013 – 64,748 miles
  • 2012 – 62,725 miles
  • 2011 – 60,759 miles
  • 2010 – 59,133 miles
  • 2009 – 53,430 miles
  • 2008 – 50,168 miles
  • 2007 – 43,625 miles
  • 2006 – 42,151 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,141 miles
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,141 miles (+4,708)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,141 miles
    Test number
    910575601787
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass75,433 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    75,433 miles
    Test number
    830250913764

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail75,423 miles (+1,852)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,423 miles
    Test number
    810950788303
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass73,571 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,571 miles
    Test number
    328686698312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail73,559 miles (+2,211)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,559 miles
    Test number
    318723518534
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass71,348 miles (+1,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    71,348 miles
    Test number
    205591490674
    • AdvisoryRear subframe surface corrosoin

  7. Pass69,860 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    69,860 miles
    Test number
    182105178380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  8. Fail69,850 miles (+1,613)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,850 miles
    Test number
    297896663473
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings inner sill (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  9. Pass68,237 miles (+666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    68,237 miles
    Test number
    530214803066
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass67,571 miles (+1,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    67,571 miles
    Test number
    627902137706
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass66,503 miles (+1,755)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    66,503 miles
    Test number
    427660794247
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass64,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,748 miles
    Test number
    909158283236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail64,748 miles (+2,023)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,748 miles
    Test number
    488688483232
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  14. Pass62,725 miles (+1,966)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    62,725 miles
    Test number
    489241792200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass60,759 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    60,759 miles
    Test number
    618431491230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail60,759 miles (+1,626)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,759 miles
    Test number
    798570691204
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded on inside braking surfaces

  17. Pass59,133 miles (+2,683)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    59,133 miles
    Test number
    962418140328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    56,450 miles
    Test number
    163693610458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail56,450 miles (+3,020)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,450 miles
    Test number
    152275800479
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass53,430 miles (+3,262)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    53,430 miles
    Test number
    582346419097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass50,168 miles (+6,543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    50,168 miles
    Test number
    601498508009
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass43,625 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    43,625 miles
    Test number
    171015007431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,151 miles (+58)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    42,151 miles
    Test number
    241436026086
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  24. Fail42,093 miles1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,093 miles
    Test number
    121905526449
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T541 KAP

Does T541 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T541 KAP expired on 18 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T541 KAP?
The MOT on T541 KAP expired on 18 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T541 KAP done?
T541 KAP was recorded at 80,141 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2021, an average of 2,406 miles a year.
Has T541 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T541 KAP has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on T541 KAP ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on T541 KAP find?
T541 KAP passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2021 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside windscreen wiper blade defective; offside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 1 more.

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