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Jaguar XJ

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,967 cc

C8 DFAMOT history

C8 DFA is a black petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 16 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 62,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

C8 DFA black Jaguar Xj – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar Xj, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
62,862 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 DFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 DFA was last recorded at 62,862 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,862 miles · 30 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,862 miles
  • 2024 – 53,539 miles
  • 2023 – 48,700 miles
  • 2022 – 44,228 miles
  • 2021 – 40,278 miles
  • 2020 – 37,023 miles
  • 2019 – 33,786 miles
  • 2018 – 30,141 miles
  • 2017 – 25,815 miles
  • 2016 – 21,045 miles
  • 2015 – 15,659 miles
  • 2014 – 12,120 miles
  • 2013 – 9,201 miles
  • 2012 – 6,113 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,862 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside discs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front bushes worn/corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,862 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    62,862 miles
    Test number
    174389914903
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail62,862 miles (+9,323)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,862 miles
    Test number
    989745499990
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass53,539 miles (+4,839)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    53,539 miles
    Test number
    100289041881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass48,700 miles (+41)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    48,700 miles
    Test number
    488691162098
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front bushes worn/corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail48,659 miles (+4,431)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,659 miles
    Test number
    664742406267
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge, tear/cut cords exposed 255/40r19 100y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively nearside and offside discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front bushes worn/corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass44,228 miles (+3,950)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    44,228 miles
    Test number
    745371591501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,278 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    40,278 miles
    Test number
    372278302143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass37,023 miles (+3,237)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,023 miles
    Test number
    945895452298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass33,786 miles (+3,645)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    33,786 miles
    Test number
    246542850954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass30,141 miles (+149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    30,141 miles
    Test number
    842865015409
    • AdvisoryThe DSC light is on jaguar/eagle specialist vehicles do not recommend the use of DSC
  11. Fail29,992 miles (+4,177)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,992 miles
    Test number
    317675196029
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  12. Pass25,815 miles (+4,770)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    25,815 miles
    Test number
    779192489518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass21,045 miles (+5,386)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    21,045 miles
    Test number
    520581137273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass15,659 miles (+3,539)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    15,659 miles
    Test number
    361745706018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass12,120 miles (+2,919)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    12,120 miles
    Test number
    815309374262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass9,201 miles (+3,088)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    9,201 miles
    Test number
    145601483280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass6,113 miles (+1,023)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    6,113 miles
    Test number
    348364902342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass5,090 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    5,090 miles
    Test number
    608326982028
    • NoteDeterioration to nearside wiper blade

Questions about C8 DFA

Does C8 DFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 DFA is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on C8 DFA?
The MOT on C8 DFA is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 DFA done?
C8 DFA was recorded at 62,862 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 4,248 miles a year.
Has C8 DFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 DFA has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 DFA 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 C8 DFA find?
C8 DFA passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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