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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,196 cc

DS 39MOT history

DS 39 is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 16 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 64,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
64,872 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,660 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DS 39
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DS 39 was last recorded at 64,872 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 2,261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,611 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,261 miles
Average per year
2,660 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,872 miles
  • 2025 – 62,611 miles
  • 2024 – 59,718 miles
  • 2023 – 56,528 miles
  • 2022 – 55,506 miles
  • 2021 – 55,182 miles
  • 2020 – 55,177 miles
  • 2019 – 53,353 miles
  • 2018 – 51,798 miles
  • 2017 – 49,572 miles
  • 2016 – 47,315 miles
  • 2015 – 44,696 miles
  • 2014 – 42,117 miles
  • 2013 – 40,426 miles
  • 2012 – 38,580 miles
  • 2010 – 29,615 miles
  • 2009 – 24,276 miles
  • 2008 – 19,057 miles
  • 2007 – 11,585 miles
  • 2006 – 9,762 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,872 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt solid arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt solid arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush ( curved arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush ( curved arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass64,872 miles (+2,261)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    64,872 miles
    Test number
    963129424040
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt solid arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt solid arm (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush ( curved arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush ( curved arm ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass62,611 miles (+69)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    62,611 miles
    Test number
    259911679849
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Inner surface area (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail62,542 miles (+2,824)2 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,542 miles
    Test number
    182604859061
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick On metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Hancook 235 50 r18 101 Y (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn Inner surface area (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDrive belt worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Curved arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Strongly advise replacing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass59,718 miles (+3,190)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    59,718 miles
    Test number
    552357349205
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play boot slightly split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass56,528 miles (+1,022)4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    56,528 miles
    Test number
    755709432233
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tie bar (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass55,506 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    55,506 miles
    Test number
    877116884464
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail55,503 miles (+321)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,503 miles
    Test number
    588236338309
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass55,182 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,182 miles
    Test number
    727846829056
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm outer bush ( strongly advise change out soon ) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator light on ( pads look ok )
    • AdvisoryPossible abs / traction control fault ( light came on then off )

  9. Pass55,177 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    55,177 miles
    Test number
    580163205576
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 brake discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail55,171 miles (+1,818)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,171 miles
    Test number
    724640858705
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front sections of front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 brake discs corroding (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroding (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass53,353 miles (+1,555)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    53,353 miles
    Test number
    859116346698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass51,798 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    51,798 miles
    Test number
    701483909797
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail51,798 miles (+2,226)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,798 miles
    Test number
    415982094107
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass49,572 miles (+45)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    49,572 miles
    Test number
    377471420379
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded going to hose (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Fail49,527 miles (+2,212)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,527 miles
    Test number
    494382979650
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded going to hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension self levelling recording a fault

  16. Pass47,315 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    47,315 miles
    Test number
    837505932385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses ends corroding

  17. Fail47,315 miles (+2,619)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,315 miles
    Test number
    382784445553
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses ends corroding

  18. Pass44,696 miles (+2,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    44,696 miles
    Test number
    527223605260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass42,117 miles (+1,691)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    42,117 miles
    Test number
    416060214297
    • NotePossible abs fault
    • NoteRear brake discs corroding

  20. Pass40,426 miles (+1,846)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    40,426 miles
    Test number
    966759013268
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE ON 2 ML
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE ON 1.6 ML
    • NoteREAR B/DISCS CORRODED

  21. Pass38,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    38,580 miles
    Test number
    717668422294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail38,580 miles (+8,965)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,580 miles
    Test number
    886783522254
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureBrake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass29,615 miles (+5,339)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    29,615 miles
    Test number
    764731710086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass24,276 miles (+5,219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    24,276 miles
    Test number
    934591259023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass19,057 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    19,057 miles
    Test number
    583270278084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail19,057 miles (+7,472)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,057 miles
    Test number
    952734168076
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass11,585 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    11,585 miles
    Test number
    152289937411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail11,585 miles (+1,823)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,585 miles
    Test number
    714116437093
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight bind at nearside front brake

  29. Pass9,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    9,762 miles
    Test number
    470389006096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DS 39

What vehicle is registration DS 39 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DS 39 on a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 16 Jan 2003. 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 DS 39 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DS 39 is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on DS 39?
The MOT on DS 39 is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DS 39 done?
DS 39 was recorded at 64,872 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 2,660 miles a year.
Has DS 39 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DS 39 has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on DS 39 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 DS 39 find?
DS 39 passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt solid arm; offside rear track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt solid arm, and 5 more.

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