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Ford Cougar

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,998 cc

T735 LNEMOT history

T735 LNE is a blue petrol Ford Cougar first used on 24 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 138,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Mar 2023
Mileage
138,770 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,200 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T735 LNE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
24 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T735 LNE was last recorded at 138,770 miles on 31 Jul 2023, 5,766 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,004 miles · 1 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
5,766 miles
Average per year
6,200 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 138,770 miles
  • 2022 – 133,004 miles
  • 2021 – 129,451 miles
  • 2019 – 126,010 miles
  • 2018 – 117,907 miles
  • 2017 – 106,551 miles
  • 2016 – 102,527 miles
  • 2015 – 99,086 miles
  • 2014 – 92,009 miles
  • 2013 – 83,556 miles
  • 2012 – 76,707 miles
  • 2011 – 68,577 miles
  • 2010 – 63,215 miles
  • 2009 – 57,323 miles
  • 2008 – 50,072 miles
  • 2007 – 40,323 miles
  • 2006 – 32,616 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail138,770 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front jacking point area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres, also valves perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail138,770 miles (+5,766)1 dangerous7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,770 miles
    Test number
    837637545307
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass133,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    133,004 miles
    Test number
    664160133633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail133,004 miles (+3,553)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,004 miles
    Test number
    778462108584
    • Repaired at testAll direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass129,451 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    129,451 miles
    Test number
    777036260749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail129,451 miles (+3,441)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,451 miles
    Test number
    974627941922
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested due to pipe leak (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,010 miles (+8,103)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    126,010 miles
    Test number
    139272065766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass117,907 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    117,907 miles
    Test number
    439763838980
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front jacking point area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres, also valves perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  8. Fail117,907 miles (+11,356)9 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,907 miles
    Test number
    119816937175
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Braking system leaking (1.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective both front (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front jacking point area (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear tyres, also valves perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass106,551 miles (+4,024)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    106,551 miles
    Test number
    932222906449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,527 miles (+3,441)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,527 miles
    Test number
    496370848430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded across car (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass99,086 miles (+49)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    99,086 miles
    Test number
    218883985149
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  12. Fail99,037 miles (+7,028)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,037 miles
    Test number
    277902285411
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  13. Pass92,009 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,009 miles
    Test number
    209924574145
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail92,009 miles (+8,453)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,009 miles
    Test number
    875394574127
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass83,556 miles (+6,849)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    83,556 miles
    Test number
    357115583107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,707 miles (+8,130)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,707 miles
    Test number
    436036542188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass68,577 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,577 miles
    Test number
    835443951196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail68,576 miles (+5,361)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,576 miles
    Test number
    358492751132
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass63,215 miles (+5,892)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    63,215 miles
    Test number
    304486650165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,323 miles (+7,251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    57,323 miles
    Test number
    432187849169
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass50,072 miles (+9,749)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,072 miles
    Test number
    161862058173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,323 miles (+7,707)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    40,323 miles
    Test number
    933409457109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    32,616 miles
    Test number
    271737066461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T735 LNE

Does T735 LNE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T735 LNE expired on 31 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T735 LNE?
The MOT on T735 LNE expired on 31 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T735 LNE done?
T735 LNE was recorded at 138,770 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2023, an average of 6,200 miles a year.
Has T735 LNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T735 LNE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on T735 LNE 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 T735 LNE find?
T735 LNE failed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 7 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage fractured; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor, and 6 more.

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