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Ford Cougar

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 2,544 cc

W685 UEBMOT history

W685 UEB is a black petrol Ford Cougar first used on 28 Jun 2000. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 85,192 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
85,192 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W685 UEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Ford
Model
Cougar
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,544 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

W685 UEB was last recorded at 85,192 miles on 15 Jul 2025, 1,152 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
84,040 miles · 15 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,152 miles
Average per year
1,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,192 miles
  • 2024 – 84,040 miles
  • 2023 – 83,198 miles
  • 2022 – 82,340 miles
  • 2021 – 81,433 miles
  • 2020 – 80,662 miles
  • 2019 – 79,844 miles
  • 2018 – 78,576 miles
  • 2017 – 77,461 miles
  • 2016 – 76,336 miles
  • 2015 – 74,981 miles
  • 2014 – 73,827 miles
  • 2013 – 72,313 miles
  • 2012 – 72,076 miles
  • 2011 – 71,151 miles
  • 2010 – 70,573 miles
  • 2009 – 69,336 miles
  • 2008 – 69,003 miles
  • 2007 – 67,818 miles
  • 2006 – 60,316 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,192 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,192 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    85,192 miles
    Test number
    988891754577
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail85,192 miles (+1,152)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,192 miles
    Test number
    942149695139
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass84,040 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    188078808323
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail84,040 miles (+842)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,040 miles
    Test number
    671444918035
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass83,198 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    83,198 miles
    Test number
    788185986376
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail83,195 miles (+855)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,195 miles
    Test number
    250144801582
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass82,340 miles (+907)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,340 miles
    Test number
    942070950974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass81,433 miles (+771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    81,433 miles
    Test number
    132358465955
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass80,662 miles (+818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    80,662 miles
    Test number
    718157452998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass79,844 miles (+1,268)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    79,844 miles
    Test number
    365011340199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass78,576 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,576 miles
    Test number
    623662074772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass77,461 miles (+1,125)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,461 miles
    Test number
    132805956214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,336 miles (+1,355)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    76,336 miles
    Test number
    898111080055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,981 miles (+1,154)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,981 miles
    Test number
    515484585184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,827 miles (+1,514)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    73,827 miles
    Test number
    616036094117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,313 miles (+237)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    72,313 miles
    Test number
    328348773177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,076 miles (+925)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    72,076 miles
    Test number
    426361692179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,151 miles (+578)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    71,151 miles
    Test number
    215155091104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass70,573 miles (+1,237)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    70,573 miles
    Test number
    692341000270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,336 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    69,336 miles
    Test number
    230420699487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,003 miles (+1,185)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,003 miles
    Test number
    530778998149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass67,818 miles (+7,502)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    67,818 miles
    Test number
    671175607297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass60,316 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    60,316 miles
    Test number
    740055886104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W685 UEB

Does W685 UEB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on W685 UEB expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on W685 UEB?
The MOT on W685 UEB expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has W685 UEB done?
W685 UEB was recorded at 85,192 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2025, an average of 1,307 miles a year.
Has W685 UEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W685 UEB has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on W685 UEB 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 W685 UEB find?
W685 UEB passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2025 with 3 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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