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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 3,248 cc

A12 USKMOT history

A12 USK is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 76,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jun 2027
Mileage
76,722 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,057 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A12 USK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A12 USK was last recorded at 76,722 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 3,872 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
72,850 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
3,872 miles
Average per year
1,057 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,722 miles
  • 2025 – 72,850 miles
  • 2023 – 72,848 miles
  • 2022 – 72,848 miles
  • 2021 – 72,841 miles
  • 2020 – 72,809 miles
  • 2019 – 72,753 miles
  • 2018 – 72,300 miles
  • 2017 – 71,536 miles
  • 2016 – 70,977 miles
  • 2015 – 70,500 miles
  • 2014 – 69,811 miles
  • 2013 – 68,073 miles
  • 2012 – 66,527 miles
  • 2011 – 65,242 miles
  • 2010 – 63,958 miles
  • 2009 – 62,733 miles
  • 2008 – 60,563 miles
  • 2007 – 58,639 miles
  • 2006 – 55,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,722 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,722 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    76,722 miles
    Test number
    833160427493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail76,722 miles (+3,872)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,722 miles
    Test number
    697529509457
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass72,850 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    72,850 miles
    Test number
    810836277530
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail72,849 miles (+1)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,849 miles
    Test number
    903799215625
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorRear Stop lamp(s) switch with a delay in operation (4.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,848 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    72,848 miles
    Test number
    907078681945
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass72,848 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    72,848 miles
    Test number
    324247686602
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

  7. Pass72,841 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    72,841 miles
    Test number
    965265255784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,809 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    72,809 miles
    Test number
    696369610196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass72,753 miles (+453)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    72,753 miles
    Test number
    423214401234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass72,300 miles (+764)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    72,300 miles
    Test number
    691617252971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,536 miles (+559)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,536 miles
    Test number
    975807393379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,977 miles (+477)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    70,977 miles
    Test number
    625574614022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear damper lower joint boot split
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear damper lower joint boot split

  13. Pass70,500 miles (+689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    70,500 miles
    Test number
    169460518725
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower damper bush dust cover split.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower damper bush dust cover split.

  14. Pass69,811 miles (+1,738)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    69,811 miles
    Test number
    828561184203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,073 miles (+1,546)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    68,073 miles
    Test number
    555401163222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,527 miles (+1,285)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    66,527 miles
    Test number
    488531962286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass65,242 miles (+1,284)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    65,242 miles
    Test number
    546980481207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,958 miles (+1,225)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,958 miles
    Test number
    283651270208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass62,733 miles (+2,170)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    62,733 miles
    Test number
    761941689229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteChassis corrosion at o/s/f is very advanvced but has not corroded through.

  20. Pass60,563 miles (+1,924)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    60,563 miles
    Test number
    644907288208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass58,639 miles (+2,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    58,639 miles
    Test number
    631824887296
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  22. Pass55,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    55,944 miles
    Test number
    380585186200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A12 USK

Does A12 USK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A12 USK is valid until 9 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on A12 USK?
The MOT on A12 USK is valid until 9 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A12 USK done?
A12 USK was recorded at 76,722 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 1,057 miles a year.
Has A12 USK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A12 USK has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on A12 USK 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 A12 USK find?
A12 USK passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wheel arch; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect.

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