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Jaguar XJS

Blue · Petrol · 1989 · 5,343 cc

1481DMOT history

1481D is a blue petrol Jaguar XJS first used on 20 Sept 1989. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2023 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 131,064 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2023
Mileage
131,064 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2023
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,415 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1481D
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJS
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,343 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
20 Sept 1989
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2023
Latest MOT test
17 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

1481D was last recorded at 131,064 miles on 17 May 2023, 321 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 May 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,743 miles · 13 May 2022
Between the last two tests
321 miles
Average per year
1,415 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,064 miles
  • 2022 – 130,743 miles
  • 2021 – 129,989 miles
  • 2019 – 129,141 miles
  • 2018 – 128,627 miles
  • 2017 – 128,024 miles
  • 2016 – 127,138 miles
  • 2015 – 126,351 miles
  • 2014 – 125,629 miles
  • 2013 – 122,177 miles
  • 2012 – 120,231 miles
  • 2011 – 117,828 miles
  • 2009 – 117,270 miles
  • 2008 – 115,875 miles
  • 2007 – 114,089 miles
  • 2006 – 111,014 miles
  • 2005 – 106,018 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail131,064 miles
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp switchRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From rack (2.1.5 (a))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Power steering component has slight seepage from a component

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Both headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp application

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail131,064 miles (+321)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,064 miles
    Test number
    567852557075
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp switch
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From rack (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass130,743 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    130,743 miles
    Test number
    233210145522
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp switch
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Fail130,743 miles (+754)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,743 miles
    Test number
    922769452653
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp switch
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass129,989 miles (+2)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2022
    Odometer
    129,989 miles
    Test number
    647597324979
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp application
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  5. Fail129,987 miles (+846)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,987 miles
    Test number
    895117532296
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp application
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass129,141 miles (+514)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    129,141 miles
    Test number
    173661920500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight fluid leak from steering rack

  7. Pass128,627 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,627 miles
    Test number
    654987110180
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside upper rear suspension

  8. Fail128,609 miles (+585)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,609 miles
    Test number
    405856282350
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisorySlight play nearside upper rear suspension

  9. Pass128,024 miles (+886)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    128,024 miles
    Test number
    256540557508
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBattery charge warning light illuminated. alternator belt missing.

  10. Pass127,138 miles (+787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    127,138 miles
    Test number
    686714751269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass126,351 miles (+722)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    126,351 miles
    Test number
    755295155167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass125,629 miles (+3,452)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    125,629 miles
    Test number
    788141224157
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass122,177 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    122,177 miles
    Test number
    138004763008
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail122,177 miles (+1,946)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,177 miles
    Test number
    176304363454
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass120,231 miles (+2,403)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    120,231 miles
    Test number
    815614572030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass117,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    117,828 miles
    Test number
    498982841030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail117,828 miles (+558)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,828 miles
    Test number
    539141141032
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  18. Pass117,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    117,270 miles
    Test number
    664530939258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail117,270 miles (+1,395)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,270 miles
    Test number
    814860039270
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)

  20. Pass115,875 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    115,875 miles
    Test number
    604628248255
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  21. Fail115,873 miles (+1,784)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,873 miles
    Test number
    863456448240
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  22. Pass114,089 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    114,089 miles
    Test number
    363390057280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail114,087 miles (+3,073)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,087 miles
    Test number
    752461547256
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass111,014 miles (+4,996)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    111,014 miles
    Test number
    322212246288
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass106,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    106,018 miles
    Test number
    571202255201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail106,018 miles5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,018 miles
    Test number
    673168945245
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Questions about 1481D

What vehicle is registration 1481D currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1481D on a blue petrol Jaguar XJS first used on 20 Sept 1989. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1481D currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 1481D expired on 12 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 1481D?
The MOT on 1481D expired on 12 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 1481D done?
1481D was recorded at 131,064 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2023, an average of 1,415 miles a year.
Has 1481D ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1481D has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2023.
Has the mileage on 1481D 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 1481D find?
1481D failed its latest MOT on 17 May 2023 with 2 major defects and 5 advisories: parking brake efficiency below requirements; steering column has excessive movement up and down; both headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp switch, and 4 more.

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