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Ford Cougar

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 2,544 cc

T85 GBLMOT history

T85 GBL is a silver petrol Ford Cougar first used on 12 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Aug 2025
Mileage
89,539 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2024
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T85 GBL
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
12 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T85 GBL was last recorded at 89,539 miles on 9 Aug 2024, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Aug 2015: 74,474 miles, lower than 104,144 miles on 23 Jul 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
89,533 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
3,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,539 miles
  • 2023 – 89,521 miles
  • 2021 – 88,839 miles
  • 2020 – 88,421 miles
  • 2018 – 86,398 miles
  • 2017 – 83,085 miles
  • 2016 – 78,281 miles
  • 2015 – 74,474 miles
  • 2014 – 104,144 miles
  • 2013 – 67,173 miles
  • 2012 – 50,117 miles
  • 2011 – 49,457 miles
  • 2010 – 40,391 miles
  • 2009 – 30,893 miles
  • 2008 – 28,187 miles
  • 2007 – 25,117 miles
  • 2006 – 21,266 miles
  • 2005 – 18,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,539 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,539 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    89,539 miles
    Test number
    557263679312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail89,533 miles (+12)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,533 miles
    Test number
    476285502452
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Fail89,521 miles (+682)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,521 miles
    Test number
    783945582768
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass88,839 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    88,839 miles
    Test number
    281898294274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail88,839 miles (+418)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,839 miles
    Test number
    143771412327
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass88,421 miles (+2,023)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,421 miles
    Test number
    730691135139
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sill panels starting to rust and rear subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  7. Pass86,398 miles (+3,313)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    86,398 miles
    Test number
    244673809128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass83,085 miles (+4,804)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    83,085 miles
    Test number
    128341358184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass78,281 miles (+3,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    78,281 miles
    Test number
    626367263478
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel rim has some surface damage

  10. Pass74,474 miles (-29,670)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    74,474 miles
    Test number
    421049861005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,144 miles (+36,971)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    104,144 miles
    Test number
    347314804231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,173 miles (+23)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    67,173 miles
    Test number
    108076523255
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak at oil filter

  13. Fail67,150 miles (+17,033)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,150 miles
    Test number
    737028113206
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOil leak at oil filter

  14. Pass50,117 miles (+660)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,117 miles
    Test number
    356935762228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,457 miles (+9,066)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,457 miles
    Test number
    926807101336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,391 miles (+9,498)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,391 miles
    Test number
    662405760222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  17. Pass30,893 miles (+2,706)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,893 miles
    Test number
    941715119374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,187 miles (+3,070)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,187 miles
    Test number
    354828718343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,117 miles (+3,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    25,117 miles
    Test number
    881593407302
    • 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)

  20. Fail21,266 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,266 miles
    Test number
    383009516315
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass21,266 miles (+2,938)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,266 miles
    Test number
    914109716392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass18,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    18,328 miles
    Test number
    554409715341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T85 GBL

Does T85 GBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T85 GBL expired on 8 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T85 GBL?
The MOT on T85 GBL expired on 8 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T85 GBL done?
T85 GBL was recorded at 89,539 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2024, an average of 3,801 miles a year.
Has T85 GBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T85 GBL has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on T85 GBL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T85 GBL find?
T85 GBL passed its latest MOT on 9 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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