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Jaguar XJ

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 4,196 cc

BOW 86MOT history

BOW 86 is a black petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 4 Aug 2002. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 78,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
78,545 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,190 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
BOW 86
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
4 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

BOW 86 was last recorded at 78,545 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 1,352 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,193 miles · 27 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,352 miles
Average per year
3,190 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,545 miles
  • 2025 – 77,193 miles
  • 2024 – 76,749 miles
  • 2023 – 74,927 miles
  • 2022 – 73,342 miles
  • 2021 – 70,321 miles
  • 2020 – 64,855 miles
  • 2019 – 63,459 miles
  • 2018 – 59,544 miles
  • 2017 – 55,588 miles
  • 2016 – 52,270 miles
  • 2015 – 49,975 miles
  • 2014 – 47,508 miles
  • 2012 – 43,988 miles
  • 2011 – 41,602 miles
  • 2010 – 36,741 miles
  • 2009 – 33,598 miles
  • 2008 – 29,378 miles
  • 2007 – 22,603 miles
  • 2006 – 14,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,545 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear diff leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Under body covers front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,545 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    78,545 miles
    Test number
    831474755219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail78,545 miles (+1,352)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,545 miles
    Test number
    223092449209
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass77,193 miles (+444)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    77,193 miles
    Test number
    671854971930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,749 miles (+1,822)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    76,749 miles
    Test number
    614878694852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass74,927 miles (+1,585)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    74,927 miles
    Test number
    167841472734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass73,342 miles (+3,021)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,342 miles
    Test number
    909377964453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass70,321 miles (+5,466)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    70,321 miles
    Test number
    285640957750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,855 miles (+1,396)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,855 miles
    Test number
    965050720932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,459 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    63,459 miles
    Test number
    918294908198
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers front to rear

  10. Fail63,450 miles (+3,906)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,450 miles
    Test number
    604552310873
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play o/s + n/s rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers front to rear

  11. Pass59,544 miles (+3,956)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    59,544 miles
    Test number
    101190573306
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass55,588 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    55,588 miles
    Test number
    676383208566
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail55,568 miles (+3,298)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,568 miles
    Test number
    630675204920
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryDifferential leaking oil

  14. Pass52,270 miles (+2,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    52,270 miles
    Test number
    958965125033
    • AdvisoryDynamic stability control disabled

  15. Pass49,975 miles (+2,467)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,975 miles
    Test number
    155072895011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,508 miles (+3,520)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    47,508 miles
    Test number
    429984084086
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass43,988 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    43,988 miles
    Test number
    436936422421
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Fail43,988 miles (+2,386)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,988 miles
    Test number
    938076122387
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass41,602 miles (+1,296)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,602 miles
    Test number
    599920321367
    • NoteAir bag light on
    • NoteSlight noise in near side front steering/ suspension

  20. Pass40,306 miles (+3,565)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,306 miles
    Test number
    119163151165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)
    • NoteOffside front tyre slightly worn on inner edge

  21. Pass36,741 miles (+3,143)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    36,741 miles
    Test number
    471767740160
    • NoteSlight play in both front shock lower bushes

  22. Pass33,598 miles (+4,220)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    33,598 miles
    Test number
    901007249145
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber lower bushes have slight play in

  23. Pass29,378 miles (+6,775)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,378 miles
    Test number
    863465658171
    • NoteBoth front shock absorber bottom mounts have slight play in.
    • NoteCentre row of seats nearside seat belt has slight fluffing/fraying

  24. Pass22,603 miles (+8,268)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    22,603 miles
    Test number
    584737257172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass14,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    14,335 miles
    Test number
    242350956121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about BOW 86

What vehicle is registration BOW 86 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show BOW 86 on a black petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 4 Aug 2002. 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 BOW 86 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on BOW 86 is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on BOW 86?
The MOT on BOW 86 is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has BOW 86 done?
BOW 86 was recorded at 78,545 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 3,190 miles a year.
Has BOW 86 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. BOW 86 has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on BOW 86 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 BOW 86 find?
BOW 86 passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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