No, W492 XNO is currently recorded as untaxed in official DVLA vehicle records.

When is the MOT due for W492 XNO?

The MOT for W492 XNO is valid and due for renewal on or before 16 August 2012.

What is the recorded mileage of W492 XNO?

The recorded mileage for W492 XNO is 74,925 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is W492 XNO ULEZ compliant?

No, W492 XNO does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2000 Ford Cougar 2.0L Petrol · W492 XNO

W492 XNO

2000 Ford Cougar (2.0L, petrol). First registered 01/05/2000. Recorded mileage 74,925 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: FORD COUGAR
Year / Origin: 2000 · Exeter
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 16/08/2012
Road Tax: Untaxed (01/08/2012)
Recorded Mileage: 74,925 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 16/08/2012

Tax Status

Untaxed

Tax due 01/08/2012

Mileage: 74,925 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 2000
Engine: 1988cc

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W492 XNO Key Findings

11 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2011
74,925 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Older vehicle

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W492 XNO Mileage History

12/07/200633,410 mi
12/07/200741,355 mi+7,945 mi
14/07/200741,355 mi
08/07/200848,681 mi+7,326 mi
08/07/200848,681 mi
22/07/200960,500 mi+11,819 mi
22/07/200960,500 mi
06/08/201070,520 mi+10,020 mi
17/08/201070,528 mi+8 mi
04/08/201174,925 mi+4,397 mi
04/08/201174,925 mi

Average of roughly 8,200 miles per year across 11 recorded odometer readings.

W492 XNO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 7 Oct 2026, 12:37

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

11 MOT tests are recorded for this 2000 Ford Cougar (W492 XNO) between July 2006 and August 2011.

The record contains 6 passes and 5 failures.

The most recent test on 04 August 2011 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 5 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)”; “Offside Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)”; “Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)”.

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