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TMC 5L

1973 Ford Cougar

Bronze Petrol 5270cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2013
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,305 mi
Last recorded23,305 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2012
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTMC 5L
MakeFord
ModelCougar
Year1973
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,270cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 19 Oct 2012 23,305 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 23,801 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 23,801 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 23,801 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Cougar?

Based on 152,057 MOT tests across 13,390 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,383
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
13,390
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 11,699
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,462
position lamp(s) not working 9,511
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,919
parking brake recording little or no effort 5,673
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TMC 5L is a 1973 Ford Cougar in Bronze with a 5,270cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

The most common reason a Ford Cougar fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 11,699 recorded failures. If you're considering buying TMC 5L, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Cougar typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 53 years old, this Ford Cougar is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of TMC 5L?

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What year was TMC 5L registered?

TMC 5L is a 1973 Ford Cougar, first registered on 2 July 1973.

Is TMC 5L safe to buy?

The MOT history for TMC 5L shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does TMC 5L have outstanding finance?

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