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Jaguar XJS

Red · Petrol · 1989 · 5,343 cc

172 AXRMOT history

172 AXR is a red petrol Jaguar XJS first used on 31 Dec 1989. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 73,468 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
73,468 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
49 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
172 AXR
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJS
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,343 cc
Year of manufacture
1989
First used
31 Dec 1989
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

172 AXR was last recorded at 73,468 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
73,468 miles · 15 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
49 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,468 miles
  • 2025 – 73,415 miles
  • 2024 – 73,403 miles
  • 2019 – 73,366 miles
  • 2018 – 73,329 miles
  • 2017 – 73,240 miles
  • 2016 – 73,166 miles
  • 2014 – 73,157 miles
  • 2013 – 73,128 miles
  • 2012 – 73,056 miles
  • 2011 – 72,965 miles
  • 2010 – 72,913 miles
  • 2008 – 72,683 miles
  • 2007 – 72,618 miles
  • 2006 – 72,511 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,468 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2010

  • Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2007

Full MOT history

21 tests since 9 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    73,468 miles
    Test number
    306967265569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail73,468 miles (+53)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,468 miles
    Test number
    852615044498
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush top bushes (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded from master cylinder to flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass73,415 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    73,415 miles
    Test number
    710280513160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,403 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2025
    Odometer
    73,403 miles
    Test number
    228471606550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,366 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    73,366 miles
    Test number
    777461178949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,329 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    73,329 miles
    Test number
    868222183332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,240 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,240 miles
    Test number
    807672444420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,166 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,166 miles
    Test number
    481663228613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,157 miles (+29)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,157 miles
    Test number
    778384204380
    • AdvisoryNearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteSmall cracks in all four tyre sidewalls/tread areas, but no ply or cords exposed.

  10. Pass73,128 miles (+72)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    73,128 miles
    Test number
    558487493270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass73,056 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    73,056 miles
    Test number
    906034982289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail73,053 miles (+88)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,053 miles
    Test number
    887590282261
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass72,965 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    72,965 miles
    Test number
    556903271202
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail72,965 miles (+52)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,965 miles
    Test number
    835863871209
    • FailureHazard warning lamps operated by more than one switch (1.4.B.1c)
    • FailureHazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass72,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    72,913 miles
    Test number
    372754560241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail72,913 miles (+230)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,913 miles
    Test number
    464514460231
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

  17. Pass72,683 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    72,683 miles
    Test number
    214772888263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    72,618 miles
    Test number
    862996697231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail72,618 miles (+107)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,618 miles
    Test number
    734795897223
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass72,511 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    72,511 miles
    Test number
    971713586209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,511 miles6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,511 miles
    Test number
    733352586208
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Questions about 172 AXR

What vehicle is registration 172 AXR currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 172 AXR on a red petrol Jaguar XJS first used on 31 Dec 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 172 AXR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 172 AXR is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 172 AXR?
The MOT on 172 AXR is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 172 AXR done?
172 AXR was recorded at 73,468 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 49 miles a year.
Has 172 AXR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 172 AXR has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on 172 AXR 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 172 AXR find?
172 AXR passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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