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Jaguar XJ

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 3,248 cc

LX52 EWSMOT history

LX52 EWS is a grey petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 27 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 137,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 4 Jul 2024
Mileage
137,004 mi
At MOT on 5 Jul 2023
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,484 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 EWS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
27 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
5 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 EWS was last recorded at 137,004 miles on 5 Jul 2023, 801 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 6 Mar 2010: 57,814 miles, lower than 90,727 miles on 18 Sept 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
136,203 miles · 18 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
801 miles
Average per year
5,484 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,004 miles
  • 2022 – 136,203 miles
  • 2020 – 135,326 miles
  • 2019 – 134,169 miles
  • 2018 – 132,028 miles
  • 2017 – 123,951 miles
  • 2016 – 118,883 miles
  • 2015 – 114,406 miles
  • 2013 – 112,416 miles
  • 2012 – 109,644 miles
  • 2011 – 106,531 miles
  • 2010 – 100,813 miles
  • 2009 – 90,727 miles
  • 2008 – 88,070 miles
  • 2007 – 73,065 miles
  • 2006 – 58,502 miles
  • 2005 – 39,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,004 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,004 miles (+801)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    137,004 miles
    Test number
    126411307540
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass136,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    136,203 miles
    Test number
    668542000852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail136,203 miles (+877)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,203 miles
    Test number
    551687660341
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  4. Pass135,326 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    135,326 miles
    Test number
    974495553296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail135,326 miles (+1,157)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,326 miles
    Test number
    885701354203
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass134,169 miles (+2,141)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    134,169 miles
    Test number
    644851534633
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sills and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass132,028 miles (+8,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    132,028 miles
    Test number
    411091753645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes are corroded

  8. Pass123,951 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    123,951 miles
    Test number
    805316833744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail123,951 miles (+5,068)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,951 miles
    Test number
    235948465527
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

  10. Pass118,883 miles (+75)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    118,883 miles
    Test number
    876188291655
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  11. Fail118,808 miles (+4,402)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,808 miles
    Test number
    798951365629
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  12. Pass114,406 miles (+1,990)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    114,406 miles
    Test number
    139840355017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass112,416 miles (+2,772)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    112,416 miles
    Test number
    355626373440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass109,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    109,644 miles
    Test number
    209276982223
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Fail109,644 miles (+3,113)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,644 miles
    Test number
    305376182230
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass106,531 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    106,531 miles
    Test number
    135716181292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail106,506 miles (+5,693)1 failure1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,506 miles
    Test number
    325834981287
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNo tyre fitted to spare wheel

  18. Pass100,813 miles (+42,999)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    100,813 miles
    Test number
    182784760272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,814 miles (-32,913)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    57,814 miles
    Test number
    783245360035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass90,727 miles (+2,657)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    90,727 miles
    Test number
    842021669271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass88,070 miles (+15,005)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    88,070 miles
    Test number
    300885978480

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass73,065 miles (+14,563)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    73,065 miles
    Test number
    361366477438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,502 miles (+18,999)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,502 miles
    Test number
    190339276266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass39,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    39,503 miles
    Test number
    744116765207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 EWS

Does LX52 EWS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX52 EWS expired on 4 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX52 EWS?
The MOT on LX52 EWS expired on 4 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX52 EWS done?
LX52 EWS was recorded at 137,004 miles at its MOT on 5 Jul 2023, an average of 5,484 miles a year.
Has LX52 EWS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 EWS has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LX52 EWS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 6 Mar 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX52 EWS find?
LX52 EWS passed its latest MOT on 5 Jul 2023 with 1 advisory: vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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