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Ford Cougar

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,988 cc

T79 VPUMOT history

T79 VPU is a blue petrol Ford Cougar first used on 5 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 32 MOT tests, with 74,406 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Jan 2024
Mileage
74,406 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2023
MOT tests
32
17 passed · 15 failed
Per year
2,914 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T79 VPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T79 VPU was last recorded at 74,406 miles on 18 Jan 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,402 miles · 17 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,914 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 74,406 miles
  • 2022 – 74,397 miles
  • 2021 – 72,843 miles
  • 2020 – 70,882 miles
  • 2019 – 70,059 miles
  • 2018 – 68,010 miles
  • 2017 – 66,496 miles
  • 2016 – 63,908 miles
  • 2015 – 61,458 miles
  • 2014 – 59,047 miles
  • 2013 – 56,631 miles
  • 2012 – 56,269 miles
  • 2010 – 50,257 miles
  • 2009 – 39,942 miles
  • 2008 – 34,965 miles
  • 2007 – 30,243 miles
  • 2006 – 24,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,406 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side of vehicle rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm both bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • All underside and suspension components very corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

32 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,406 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    74,406 miles
    Test number
    433046083711
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side of vehicle rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail74,402 miles (+5)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,402 miles
    Test number
    303451075396
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side of vehicle rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front and rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail74,397 miles (+1,554)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,397 miles
    Test number
    711570156425
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass72,843 miles (+1,961)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,843 miles
    Test number
    996675177760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody wax oiled, unable to perform full inspection of corrosion

  5. Pass70,882 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    70,882 miles
    Test number
    427770075386
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll underside and suspension components very corroded

  6. Fail70,867 miles (+808)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,867 miles
    Test number
    351816820451
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted outer pad separated from backing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll underside and suspension components very corroded

  7. Pass70,059 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,059 miles
    Test number
    937385057584
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame very corroded

  8. Fail70,059 miles (+2,049)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,059 miles
    Test number
    648014967098
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp side light/fog fault (4.5.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame very corroded

  9. Pass68,010 miles (+100)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    68,010 miles
    Test number
    646824048796
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underneath suspension components and body

  10. Fail67,910 miles (+1,414)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,910 miles
    Test number
    815959983021
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underneath suspension components and body

  11. Pass66,496 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    66,496 miles
    Test number
    968713084459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded

  12. Fail66,496 miles (+2,588)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,496 miles
    Test number
    484381474423
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt outer (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded

  13. Pass63,908 miles (+3)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    63,908 miles
    Test number
    614988158587
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen is cracked outside the swept areas

  14. Fail63,905 miles (+2,447)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,905 miles
    Test number
    670090902779
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen is cracked outside the swept areas

  15. Pass61,458 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    61,458 miles
    Test number
    420727662442
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyre valves are becoming perished

  16. Fail61,448 miles (+2,401)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,448 miles
    Test number
    281454824491
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded floor pan (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront wishbone bushs spliting
    • AdvisoryMarks on front number plate
    • AdvisorySlight leak from n/s/f inner c/v boot

  17. Pass59,047 miles (+2,416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    59,047 miles
    Test number
    466097344252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass56,631 miles (+156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    56,631 miles
    Test number
    126542453237
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  19. Fail56,475 miles (+206)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,475 miles
    Test number
    335855433218
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass56,269 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    56,269 miles
    Test number
    685103032251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,269 miles (+6,012)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,269 miles
    Test number
    688480732213
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  22. Pass50,257 miles (+3,427)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    50,257 miles
    Test number
    923806510206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,830 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    672826400069
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass46,830 miles (+6,888)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    46,830 miles
    Test number
    844996800088
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass39,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    39,942 miles
    Test number
    583185209030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,942 miles (+4,977)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,942 miles
    Test number
    460275809014
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  27. Pass34,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    34,965 miles
    Test number
    320178708071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail34,965 miles (+4,722)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,965 miles
    Test number
    631978308074
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  29. Fail30,243 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,243 miles
    Test number
    480024407052
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  30. Pass30,243 miles (+5,485)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    30,243 miles
    Test number
    641014607056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail24,758 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,758 miles
    Test number
    420595606083
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

  32. Pass24,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    24,758 miles
    Test number
    702545806050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T79 VPU

Does T79 VPU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T79 VPU expired on 17 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T79 VPU?
The MOT on T79 VPU expired on 17 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T79 VPU done?
T79 VPU was recorded at 74,406 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2023, an average of 2,914 miles a year.
Has T79 VPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T79 VPU has failed 15 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T79 VPU 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 T79 VPU find?
T79 VPU passed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2023 with 4 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear rusty; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under side of vehicle rusty; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front and rear bush, and 1 more.

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