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Jaguar XJ

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

K40 GSMMOT history

K40 GSM is a silver petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 29 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 16 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 125,179 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Feb 2027
Mileage
125,179 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
882 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 GSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
29 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 GSM was last recorded at 125,179 miles on 17 Feb 2026, 35 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,144 miles · 20 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
35 miles
Average per year
882 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,179 miles
  • 2025 – 125,144 miles
  • 2024 – 125,067 miles
  • 2023 – 122,248 miles
  • 2022 – 121,895 miles
  • 2021 – 121,304 miles
  • 2020 – 120,413 miles
  • 2016 – 120,175 miles
  • 2015 – 119,664 miles
  • 2012 – 119,027 miles
  • 2010 – 117,405 miles
  • 2009 – 116,548 miles
  • 2008 – 114,192 miles
  • 2007 – 111,903 miles
  • 2006 – 107,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,179 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pedal getting towards end of travel
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHandbrake just met requirements
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle under sealedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,179 miles (+35)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    125,179 miles
    Test number
    840766380725
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal getting towards end of travel
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake just met requirements
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed

  2. Fail125,144 miles (+77)4 major12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,144 miles
    Test number
    956658751574
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody covered heavily in underseal

  3. Pass125,067 miles (+292)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    125,067 miles
    Test number
    299491589969
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear light lenses cracked
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to structure
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed
    • AdvisoryVehicle under sealed

  4. Fail124,775 miles (+2,527)8 major4 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,775 miles
    Test number
    819589270186
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear light lens cracked but not effecting light output

  5. Pass122,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    122,248 miles
    Test number
    994007698426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail122,248 miles (+353)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,248 miles
    Test number
    562337109840
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

  7. Pass121,895 miles (+591)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    121,895 miles
    Test number
    136600472779
    • MinorNearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoh rear light lenses slight damage
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle under sealed

  8. Pass121,304 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    121,304 miles
    Test number
    537152164545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,413 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    120,413 miles
    Test number
    870527027714
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail120,413 miles (+238)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,413 miles
    Test number
    719751464521
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass120,175 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    120,175 miles
    Test number
    661739419316
    • AdvisoryEngine rattling at idol
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And cracking (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail120,175 miles (+511)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,175 miles
    Test number
    923927451129
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine rattling at idol
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit And cracking (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass119,664 miles (+637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    119,664 miles
    Test number
    348021115498
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass119,027 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    119,027 miles
    Test number
    368001082127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Fail119,023 miles (+1,618)3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,023 miles
    Test number
    699109972107
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Pass117,405 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    117,405 miles
    Test number
    680016310180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail117,405 miles (+857)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,405 miles
    Test number
    851096410190
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass116,548 miles (+2,356)8 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    116,548 miles
    Test number
    781483739132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass114,192 miles (+2,289)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    114,192 miles
    Test number
    441915618144
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • NoteHole N/S/R lamp

  20. Pass111,903 miles (+4,202)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    111,903 miles
    Test number
    894799127196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  21. Pass107,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    107,701 miles
    Test number
    862067516157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass107,701 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    107,701 miles
    Test number
    714602326100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K40 GSM

Does K40 GSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 GSM is valid until 16 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on K40 GSM?
The MOT on K40 GSM is valid until 16 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 GSM done?
K40 GSM was recorded at 125,179 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2026, an average of 882 miles a year.
Has K40 GSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 GSM has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on K40 GSM 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 K40 GSM find?
K40 GSM passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2026 with 13 advisories: brake pedal getting towards end of travel; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears; handbrake just met requirements, and 10 more.

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