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Jaguar XJ

Red · Petrol · 1995 · 3,239 cc

L20 RECMOT history

L20 REC is a red petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 4 Oct 1995. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 144,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
144,297 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,257 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 REC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,239 cc
Year of manufacture
1995
First used
4 Oct 1995
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 REC was last recorded at 144,297 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 379 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,918 miles · 22 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
379 miles
Average per year
1,257 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,297 miles
  • 2025 – 143,918 miles
  • 2024 – 143,583 miles
  • 2022 – 142,349 miles
  • 2021 – 142,011 miles
  • 2020 – 141,902 miles
  • 2019 – 140,970 miles
  • 2018 – 138,461 miles
  • 2017 – 137,173 miles
  • 2016 – 135,821 miles
  • 2015 – 133,908 miles
  • 2014 – 132,440 miles
  • 2013 – 130,130 miles
  • 2012 – 129,009 miles
  • 2011 – 127,454 miles
  • 2010 – 124,900 miles
  • 2009 – 120,202 miles
  • 2007 – 120,159 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,297 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal lots (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes
  • AdvisoryManufactured body covers fitted restricting inspection

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.

  • Manufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,297 miles (+379)14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    144,297 miles
    Test number
    903525553397
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal lots (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes
    • AdvisoryManufactured body covers fitted restricting inspection

  2. Pass143,918 miles (+335)20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    143,918 miles
    Test number
    102859320165
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle coated in under seal restricting inspection of body/chassis and pipes

  3. Pass143,583 miles13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    143,583 miles
    Test number
    223596863112
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in wax oil/ under seal restricting full inspection of body chassis brake pipes and suspension components

  4. PassMileage not read10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    825124426558
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in wax oil restricting full inspection of body suspension and brake pipes

  5. Pass142,349 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,349 miles
    Test number
    551258524159
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in wax oil restricting full inspection of body suspension and brake pipes

  6. Fail142,349 miles (+338)1 repaired12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,349 miles
    Test number
    979249725031
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in wax oil restricting full inspection of body suspension and brake pipes

  7. Pass142,011 miles14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    142,011 miles
    Test number
    946631082168
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in wax oil restricting full inspection of body and brake pipes

  8. Fail142,011 miles (+109)2 repaired14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,011 miles
    Test number
    565226549745
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in wax oil restricting full inspection of body and brake pipes

  9. Pass141,902 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    141,902 miles
    Test number
    996803433960
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have a protective coating I.e grease/underseal, restricting inspection of brake pipes.
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake low effort
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all over (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in wax oil restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights

  10. Fail141,902 miles (+932)1 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,902 miles
    Test number
    860730269609
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have a protective coating I.e grease/underseal, restricting inspection of brake pipes.
    • AdvisoryManufactures engine and body covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake low effort
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting repair covered in underseal all over (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in wax oil restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryNo reverse lights

  11. Pass140,970 miles (+2,509)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    140,970 miles
    Test number
    564332050888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass138,461 miles (+1,288)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    138,461 miles
    Test number
    683890123811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass137,173 miles (+1,352)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,173 miles
    Test number
    487076177571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass135,821 miles (+1,913)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    135,821 miles
    Test number
    481666858992

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass133,908 miles (+1,468)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    133,908 miles
    Test number
    796386225024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass132,440 miles (+2,310)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    132,440 miles
    Test number
    345651744001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass130,130 miles (+1,121)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    130,130 miles
    Test number
    239439423092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass129,009 miles (+1,555)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    129,009 miles
    Test number
    319090432041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass127,454 miles (+2,554)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    127,454 miles
    Test number
    877027221095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass124,900 miles (+4,698)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    124,900 miles
    Test number
    414178220072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass120,202 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    120,202 miles
    Test number
    703277359025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail120,159 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,159 miles
    Test number
    161615957137
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOs front brake binding also rear os brake binding

Questions about L20 REC

Does L20 REC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 REC is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 REC?
The MOT on L20 REC is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 REC done?
L20 REC was recorded at 144,297 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 1,257 miles a year.
Has L20 REC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 REC has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on L20 REC 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 L20 REC find?
L20 REC passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 14 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases and corroded; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 11 more.

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