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Ford Cougar

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T838 WANMOT history

T838 WAN is a silver petrol Ford Cougar first used on 31 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 41,052 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Nov 2026
Mileage
41,052 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
1,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T838 WAN
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
31 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T838 WAN was last recorded at 41,052 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 375 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,677 miles · 25 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
375 miles
Average per year
1,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 41,052 miles
  • 2024 – 40,677 miles
  • 2023 – 40,335 miles
  • 2022 – 38,620 miles
  • 2021 – 37,669 miles
  • 2020 – 37,506 miles
  • 2019 – 37,070 miles
  • 2018 – 35,656 miles
  • 2017 – 33,958 miles
  • 2016 – 32,475 miles
  • 2015 – 31,100 miles
  • 2014 – 29,706 miles
  • 2013 – 28,221 miles
  • 2012 – 26,789 miles
  • 2011 – 25,164 miles
  • 2010 – 23,721 miles
  • 2009 – 22,341 miles
  • 2008 – 20,315 miles
  • 2007 – 18,745 miles
  • 2006 – 16,706 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,052 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryAll underside of vehical has corrosion

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2006–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2006–2017

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2017

Full MOT history

32 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass41,052 miles (+375)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    41,052 miles
    Test number
    830832176000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll underside of vehical has corrosion

  2. Pass40,677 miles (+342)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    40,677 miles
    Test number
    539286683615
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both rubbers perished/cracked but still supporting (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear General corrosion to underside and suspension components

  3. Pass40,335 miles (+1,715)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2024
    Odometer
    40,335 miles
    Test number
    803025232410
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear general corrosion to the underside and suspension components

  4. Pass38,620 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    38,620 miles
    Test number
    267282443831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail38,620 miles (+951)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,620 miles
    Test number
    161973409774
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass37,669 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    37,669 miles
    Test number
    667030974338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail37,662 miles (+156)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,662 miles
    Test number
    603027492012
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all four near wheels (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass37,506 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    37,506 miles
    Test number
    958567245894
    • 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 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))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage behind front bumper (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Fail37,506 miles (+436)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,506 miles
    Test number
    765422535218
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage behind bumper (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))

  10. Pass37,070 miles (+68)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    37,070 miles
    Test number
    577541170223
    • AdvisoryFront Oil on exhaust
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Fail37,002 miles (+1,346)1 dangerous6 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,002 miles
    Test number
    944434184559
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil on exhaust
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Pass35,656 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    35,656 miles
    Test number
    638811375398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail35,656 miles (+1,698)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,656 miles
    Test number
    553480393631
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass33,958 miles (+1,483)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,958 miles
    Test number
    308606606054
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass32,475 miles (+1,375)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    32,475 miles
    Test number
    785781952611
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  16. Pass31,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    31,100 miles
    Test number
    276537875088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail31,100 miles (+1,394)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,100 miles
    Test number
    416837375077
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass29,706 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    29,706 miles
    Test number
    197222994476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,698 miles (+1,477)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,698 miles
    Test number
    767817984030
    • FailureNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on edges

  20. Pass28,221 miles (+1,432)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    28,221 miles
    Test number
    758156683041
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  21. Pass26,789 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    26,789 miles
    Test number
    128147182440
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  22. Fail26,789 miles (+1,625)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,789 miles
    Test number
    815956082004
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges

  23. Pass25,164 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,164 miles
    Test number
    879379981063
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  24. Fail25,164 miles (+1,443)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,164 miles
    Test number
    768469781017
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass23,721 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    23,721 miles
    Test number
    931899080096
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing

  26. Fail23,721 miles (+1,380)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,721 miles
    Test number
    674498880097
    • FailureFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perishing

  27. Pass22,341 miles (+62)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    22,341 miles
    Test number
    420489689039
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Fail22,279 miles (+1,964)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,279 miles
    Test number
    904836189082
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass20,315 miles (+1,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,315 miles
    Test number
    932291998046
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  30. Fail18,745 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,745 miles
    Test number
    174446187491
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  31. Pass18,745 miles (+2,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    18,745 miles
    Test number
    554316687052
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  32. Pass16,706 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    16,706 miles
    Test number
    583906986046
    • 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)

Questions about T838 WAN

Does T838 WAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T838 WAN is valid until 4 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T838 WAN?
The MOT on T838 WAN is valid until 4 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T838 WAN done?
T838 WAN was recorded at 41,052 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 1,241 miles a year.
Has T838 WAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T838 WAN has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on T838 WAN 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 T838 WAN find?
T838 WAN passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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