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Ford Cougar

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,988 cc

V73 DLCMOT history

V73 DLC is a black petrol Ford Cougar first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 6 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 169,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Jan 2024
Mileage
169,221 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2023
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,407 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V73 DLC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,988 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V73 DLC was last recorded at 169,221 miles on 7 Jan 2023, 3,293 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,928 miles · 16 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
3,293 miles
Average per year
6,407 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 169,221 miles
  • 2021 – 165,928 miles
  • 2020 – 162,406 miles
  • 2019 – 157,763 miles
  • 2018 – 153,835 miles
  • 2017 – 149,227 miles
  • 2016 – 144,366 miles
  • 2015 – 137,230 miles
  • 2014 – 132,234 miles
  • 2013 – 127,026 miles
  • 2012 – 122,158 miles
  • 2011 – 118,054 miles
  • 2010 – 111,899 miles
  • 2009 – 104,771 miles
  • 2008 – 89,066 miles
  • 2007 – 74,480 miles
  • 2006 – 62,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,221 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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)

    Failure6 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Headlights lenses deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass169,221 miles (+3,293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    169,221 miles
    Test number
    431295219813
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass165,928 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    165,928 miles
    Test number
    473778522324
    • AdvisoryHeadlights lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  3. Fail165,928 miles (+3,522)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,928 miles
    Test number
    793714211939
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play Drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass162,406 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    162,406 miles
    Test number
    391869229649
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both outer floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both and lazy (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both undersills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both and lazy (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail162,406 miles (+4,643)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,406 miles
    Test number
    544444502844
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both outer floors (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both and lazy (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryHeadlights lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both undersills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both and lazy (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass157,763 miles (+3,928)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    157,763 miles
    Test number
    431370387527
    • AdvisoryHeadlights lenses deteriorated
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass153,835 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    153,835 miles
    Test number
    911836846365
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Fail153,834 miles (+4,607)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,834 miles
    Test number
    899198795889
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  9. Pass149,227 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    149,227 miles
    Test number
    970628832522
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake lights do not appear bright enough

  10. Fail149,227 miles (+4,861)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,227 miles
    Test number
    930858951800
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake lights do not appear bright enough

  11. Pass144,366 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    144,366 miles
    Test number
    124312901250
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail144,366 miles (+7,136)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,366 miles
    Test number
    669068707746
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass137,230 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    137,230 miles
    Test number
    408249885116
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail137,221 miles (+4,987)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,221 miles
    Test number
    995078385127
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass132,234 miles (+53)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    132,234 miles
    Test number
    297098384426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail132,181 miles (+5,155)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,181 miles
    Test number
    916125884172
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass127,026 miles (+4,868)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    127,026 miles
    Test number
    705796283146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass122,158 miles (+72)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    122,158 miles
    Test number
    296514282465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail122,086 miles (+4,032)5 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,086 miles
    Test number
    535201382108
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  20. Pass118,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    118,054 miles
    Test number
    468469751185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail118,054 miles (+6,155)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,054 miles
    Test number
    788009451156
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass111,899 miles (+3)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    111,899 miles
    Test number
    152710760139
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteO/s/r across chassis brake pipe covered in grease
    • NoteSlight corrosion power steering pipes

  23. Fail111,896 miles (+188)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,896 miles
    Test number
    683529350157
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteO/s/r across chassis brake pipe covered in grease
    • NoteSlight corrosion power steering pipes

  24. Fail111,708 miles (+6,937)1 dangerous8 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,708 miles
    Test number
    530407040195
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Inner Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake drum slightly scored (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass104,771 miles (+15,705)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    104,771 miles
    Test number
    842861919217
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Pass89,066 miles (+14,586)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2009
    Odometer
    89,066 miles
    Test number
    462533338168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass74,480 miles (+11,721)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2008
    Odometer
    74,480 miles
    Test number
    704559547129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass62,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2007
    Odometer
    62,759 miles
    Test number
    762417246164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V73 DLC

Does V73 DLC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V73 DLC expired on 6 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V73 DLC?
The MOT on V73 DLC expired on 6 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V73 DLC done?
V73 DLC was recorded at 169,221 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2023, an average of 6,407 miles a year.
Has V73 DLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V73 DLC has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on V73 DLC 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 V73 DLC find?
V73 DLC passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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