2001 Ford Cougar 2.5L Petrol · Y67 AOT
2001 Ford Cougar (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2001. Recorded mileage 69,405 miles. MOT expired on 13 Mar 2025.
- Make & Model
- FORD COUGAR
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 13 Mar 2025
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (01 Mar 2025)
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,405 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Y67 AOT Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/03/2025
- 69,405 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Y67 AOT Mileage History
- 14/03/202459,439 mi
- 27/03/202569,405 mi+9,966 mi
Average of roughly 9,628 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
Y67 AOT MOT History
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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Ford Cougar (Y67 AOT) between March 2024 and March 2025.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 March 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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: “Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
Exercise extreme caution before consider
If you proceed, your primary focus must be on the structural integrity of the chassis. The 2025 MOT failure specifically notes corrosion on both the front and rear sub-frames, as well as multiple suspension arms. You should negotiate the price downwards significantly to account for the inevitable repair costs or seek a specialist's opinion on whether the corrosion is progressing toward a structural failure.
Request a detailed service history to see if the oil leak noted in March 2025 has been addressed. Given the age of the vehicle and the specific failures recorded, ensure you check for any evidence of recent welding or structural repairs. Do not assume the vehicle is roadworthy based on a recent pass if the most recent record is a failure.
The 2495cc petrol engine will likely place this vehicle in a higher insurance group and tax band compared to smaller capacity Cougar models. Fuel economy is expected to be relatively low given the large engine displacement.
Maintenance costs are likely to be high in the short term due to the suspension and sub-frame issues identified in the MOT history. You should budget for significant expenditures on parts and labour to rectify the corrosion and worn bushes/joints before the vehicle can pass its next test.
A thorough underside inspection is mandatory. You must look closely at the front and rear sub-frames and the suspension arm mounting brackets, as these were flagged for corrosion in both the 2024 and 2025 MOT tests. Check the condition of the suspension arm pins and bushes, as the 2025 test recorded them as excessively worn.
Additionally, inspect the area around the engine for the source of the oil leak noted in the March 2025 test. Check the power steering hoses for signs of corrosion, a known issue noted in the 2024 record, and examine the exhaust mounting to ensure the offside rear issue has been resolved.
This 2001 Ford Cougar, finished in green with a 2.5L petrol engine, shows a concerning pattern of structural and mechanical issues. While the mileage of 69,405 is relatively low for a 25-year-old vehicle, the 2025 MOT failure highlights extensive corrosion on the front and rear sub-frames and suspension arms. The vehicle has transitioned from a pass in 2024 with several advisories to a failed test in 2025 with numerous defects.
No aggregate reliability data is available for the Ford Cougar to provide a comparative baseline.
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