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Ford Cougar

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T790 KLKMOT history

T790 KLK is a blue petrol Ford Cougar first used on 14 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 92,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Oct 2026
Mileage
92,250 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,865 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T790 KLK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,544 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
14 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T790 KLK was last recorded at 92,250 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 28 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,222 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
28 miles
Average per year
2,865 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 92,250 miles
  • 2024 – 86,429 miles
  • 2023 – 86,397 miles
  • 2022 – 81,589 miles
  • 2018 – 76,899 miles
  • 2017 – 71,697 miles
  • 2016 – 66,770 miles
  • 2015 – 66,769 miles
  • 2014 – 64,612 miles
  • 2013 – 55,826 miles
  • 2012 – 54,099 miles
  • 2011 – 51,691 miles
  • 2010 – 48,834 miles
  • 2009 – 46,525 miles
  • 2008 – 43,923 miles
  • 2007 – 40,498 miles
  • 2006 – 36,414 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,250 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake required effort only just met, Further adjustment/repair recommended

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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,250 miles (+28)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    92,250 miles
    Test number
    340753897745
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake required effort only just met, Further adjustment/repair recommended

  2. Fail92,222 miles (+5,793)1 dangerous10 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,222 miles
    Test number
    888978344810
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength underneath marked with yellow chalk (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Affected when operating fog light (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass86,429 miles (+32)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    86,429 miles
    Test number
    154109829492
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded fuel fill
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  4. Fail86,397 miles (+4,808)3 dangerous5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,397 miles
    Test number
    274005599245
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded x2 Front to rear, adjacent fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filler pipes corroding
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe corroding

  5. Pass81,589 miles (+4,690)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    81,589 miles
    Test number
    185237411031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass76,899 miles (+5,202)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,899 miles
    Test number
    153848290666
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass71,697 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    71,697 miles
    Test number
    264934317751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail71,689 miles (+161)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,689 miles
    Test number
    479600836704
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Fail71,528 miles (+4,758)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,528 miles
    Test number
    247175716163
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass66,770 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,770 miles
    Test number
    877808213293
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust box rubber starting to split.

  11. Fail66,769 miles (+2,157)2 failures10 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,769 miles
    Test number
    876001785109
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAux belt signs of cracking
    • NoteRear wiper split

  12. Pass64,612 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    64,612 miles
    Test number
    418176114159
    • NoteHigh level brake lamp not working
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing inner edge and cracked

  13. Fail64,608 miles (+8,782)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,608 miles
    Test number
    106808004195
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteHigh level brake lamp not working
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing inner edge and cracked

  14. Pass55,826 miles (+1,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    55,826 miles
    Test number
    567280483029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass54,099 miles (+2,408)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    54,099 miles
    Test number
    126999502160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,691 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,691 miles
    Test number
    878294801191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail51,691 miles (+2,857)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,691 miles
    Test number
    895004501134
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Fail48,834 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,834 miles
    Test number
    833399600120
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass48,834 miles (+2,309)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,834 miles
    Test number
    994399900127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail46,525 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,525 miles
    Test number
    203396009152
    • Repaired at testNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass46,525 miles (+2,602)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    46,525 miles
    Test number
    240976909406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail43,923 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,923 miles
    Test number
    174386008111
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass43,923 miles (+3,425)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    43,923 miles
    Test number
    244296108167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,498 miles (+4,084)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,498 miles
    Test number
    121184107168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,414 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    36,414 miles
    Test number
    230589306189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T790 KLK

Does T790 KLK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T790 KLK expired on 13 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T790 KLK?
The MOT on T790 KLK expired on 13 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T790 KLK done?
T790 KLK was recorded at 92,250 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 2,865 miles a year.
Has T790 KLK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T790 KLK has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T790 KLK 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 T790 KLK find?
T790 KLK passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 8 more.

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