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Ford Cougar

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T817 KURMOT history

T817 KUR is a black petrol Ford Cougar first used on 15 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 98,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2025
Mileage
98,926 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2024
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,778 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T817 KUR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,544 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T817 KUR was last recorded at 98,926 miles on 14 Feb 2024, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,915 miles · 6 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
11 miles
Average per year
3,778 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 98,926 miles
  • 2023 – 90,743 miles
  • 2022 – 90,396 miles
  • 2021 – 88,734 miles
  • 2020 – 88,355 miles
  • 2018 – 84,960 miles
  • 2017 – 83,065 miles
  • 2015 – 82,076 miles
  • 2014 – 70,327 miles
  • 2013 – 64,114 miles
  • 2012 – 56,599 miles
  • 2011 – 53,384 miles
  • 2010 – 48,994 miles
  • 2009 – 43,878 miles
  • 2008 – 40,120 miles
  • 2007 – 37,113 miles
  • 2006 – 31,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,926 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Major5 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

26 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,926 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    98,926 miles
    Test number
    636350445316
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail98,915 miles (+8,172)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,915 miles
    Test number
    857730720283
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,743 miles1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    90,743 miles
    Test number
    873230018804
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog lamp missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has corrosion throughout chassis, suspension and brake components

  4. Fail90,743 miles (+347)1 dangerous5 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,743 miles
    Test number
    587131600957
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Stop lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside and Offside headlamp lens deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog lamp missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside and Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has corrosion throughout chassis, suspension and brake components

  5. Pass90,396 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,396 miles
    Test number
    366832865490
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubber adrift (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear underbody

  6. Fail90,396 miles (+1,662)1 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,396 miles
    Test number
    997922035682
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective rubber adrift (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion rear underbody

  7. Pass88,734 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    88,734 miles
    Test number
    402298061523
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail88,734 miles (+379)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,734 miles
    Test number
    753614144773
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 205 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass88,355 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,355 miles
    Test number
    388181451689
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail88,355 miles (+3,395)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,355 miles
    Test number
    459521321268
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass84,960 miles (+1,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    84,960 miles
    Test number
    192235664248
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass83,065 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    83,065 miles
    Test number
    546046360172
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail83,065 miles (+989)10 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,065 miles
    Test number
    300166209041
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure out of shape inner edge 2155016 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level low
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on

  14. Pass82,076 miles (+11,749)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,076 miles
    Test number
    918951130841
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass70,327 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    70,327 miles
    Test number
    597171234377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • NoteInner eadges fronr discs rustey

  16. Fail70,327 miles (+6,213)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,327 miles
    Test number
    456880334320
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • NoteInner eadges fronr discs rustey

  17. Fail64,114 miles3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,114 miles
    Test number
    507226973270
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  18. Pass64,114 miles (+7,515)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    64,114 miles
    Test number
    797776373279
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Pass56,599 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,599 miles
    Test number
    946889072197
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Fail56,599 miles (+3,215)7 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,599 miles
    Test number
    488939572122
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass53,384 miles (+4,390)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2012
    Odometer
    53,384 miles
    Test number
    319831531185
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass48,994 miles (+5,116)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,994 miles
    Test number
    693603010152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass43,878 miles (+3,758)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,878 miles
    Test number
    721096709104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass40,120 miles (+3,007)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    40,120 miles
    Test number
    172496218129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,113 miles (+5,424)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    37,113 miles
    Test number
    491316617147
    • 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)

  26. Pass31,689 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    31,689 miles
    Test number
    501308816165
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about T817 KUR

Does T817 KUR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T817 KUR expired on 13 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T817 KUR?
The MOT on T817 KUR expired on 13 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T817 KUR done?
T817 KUR was recorded at 98,926 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2024, an average of 3,778 miles a year.
Has T817 KUR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T817 KUR has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on T817 KUR 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 T817 KUR find?
T817 KUR passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: rear exhaust mounting defective; rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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