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Jaguar 3.4/340

Green · Petrol · 1961 · 3,442 cc

976 BAXMOT history

976 BAX is a green petrol Jaguar 3.4/340 first used on 26 Jun 1961. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2020 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 43,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2020
Mileage
43,528 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2024
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,334 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
976 BAX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
3.4/340
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,442 cc
Year of manufacture
1961
First used
26 Jun 1961
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2020
Latest MOT test
13 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

976 BAX was last recorded at 43,528 miles on 13 May 2024, 3,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,421 miles · 17 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
3,107 miles
Average per year
1,334 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 43,528 miles
  • 2019 – 40,421 miles
  • 2017 – 39,116 miles
  • 2015 – 38,222 miles
  • 2013 – 37,516 miles
  • 2012 – 36,039 miles
  • 2011 – 31,895 miles
  • 2010 – 29,898 miles
  • 2009 – 28,978 miles
  • 2008 – 26,476 miles
  • 2007 – 21,743 miles
  • 2006 – 19,108 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail43,528 miles
  • MajorFuel system component leaking ENGINE BAY (6.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryO/S AND N/S REAR HUB SEALS SLIGHTLY LEAKING.REAR DIFF LEAKING.
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component 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.

  • Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail43,528 miles (+3,107)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,528 miles
    Test number
    940964912853
    • MajorFuel system component leaking ENGINE BAY (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S AND N/S REAR HUB SEALS SLIGHTLY LEAKING.REAR DIFF LEAKING.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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 RACK (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass40,421 miles (+1,305)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    40,421 miles
    Test number
    889119519753
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking slightly.

  3. Pass39,116 miles (+894)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    39,116 miles
    Test number
    913614846556
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking.

  4. Pass38,222 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    38,222 miles
    Test number
    288921125088
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRaer diff and gearbox have slight oil leaks.slight play in steering box.o/s and n/s chassis,rear inner quarter panels and exhaust slightly corroded.

  5. Fail38,222 miles (+706)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,222 miles
    Test number
    949724315031
    • FailureBrake linkage has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRaer diff and gearbox have slight oil leaks.slight play in steering box.o/s and n/s chassis,rear inner quarter panels and exhaust slightly corroded.

  6. Pass37,516 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    37,516 miles
    Test number
    475801893285
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear diff leaking,o/s and n/s front and rear outriggers,front cross member,o/s and n/s inner sills,outer sills,o/s and n/s rear inner quarter panels and front subframe corroded.

  7. Fail37,516 miles (+1,477)8 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,516 miles
    Test number
    418548063212
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureSteering box insecure (2.2.B.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear diff leaking.o/s and n/s front and rear outriggers,front cross member,o/s and n/s inner sills.outer sills,o/s and n/s rear inner quarter panels and front subframe corroded.

  8. Pass36,039 miles (+4,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    36,039 miles
    Test number
    918762102280
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  9. Pass31,895 miles (+1,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    31,895 miles
    Test number
    429452501240
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

  10. Pass29,898 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    29,898 miles
    Test number
    621358250141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail29,855 miles (+877)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,855 miles
    Test number
    112954740160
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass28,978 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    28,978 miles
    Test number
    482399089020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail28,977 miles (+2,501)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,977 miles
    Test number
    120222589045
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  14. Pass26,476 miles (+4,733)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    26,476 miles
    Test number
    953069618166
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass21,743 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,743 miles
    Test number
    600956177069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail21,743 miles (+2,635)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,743 miles
    Test number
    152344877089
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc contaminated by oil (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureSteering box has relative movement between sector shaft and the drop arm (2.2.B.1b)
    • FailureSteering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c)

  17. Pass19,108 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    19,108 miles
    Test number
    190474626069
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 976 BAX

What vehicle is registration 976 BAX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 976 BAX on a green petrol Jaguar 3.4/340 first used on 26 Jun 1961. 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 976 BAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on 976 BAX expired on 16 Oct 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on 976 BAX?
The MOT on 976 BAX expired on 16 Oct 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has 976 BAX done?
976 BAX was recorded at 43,528 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2024, an average of 1,334 miles a year.
Has 976 BAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 976 BAX has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2024.
Has the mileage on 976 BAX 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 976 BAX find?
976 BAX failed its latest MOT on 13 May 2024 with 6 major defects and 8 advisories: fuel system component leaking engine bay; nearside rear other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle; offside front wheel bearing rough when rotated, and 11 more.

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