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Jaguar XJ

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,720 cc

MAN 129MOT history

MAN 129 is a grey diesel Jaguar XJ first used on 14 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025 and it has passed 4 of 7 MOT tests, with 92,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MAN 129 grey Jaguar Xj – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar Xj, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2025
Mileage
92,324 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
7
4 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,087 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MAN 129
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

MAN 129 was last recorded at 92,324 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 1,666 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,658 miles · 8 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,666 miles
Average per year
1,087 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,324 miles
  • 2024 – 90,658 miles
  • 2023 – 89,878 miles
  • 2022 – 88,374 miles
  • 2021 – 86,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail92,324 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Inner Oil leak, but not excessive diff wetting oil from shaft seal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 17 Feb 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail92,324 miles (+1,666)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,324 miles
    Test number
    506437250066
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,658 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    90,658 miles
    Test number
    283899488816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Oil leak, but not excessive diff wetting oil from shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail90,653 miles (+775)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,653 miles
    Test number
    886407033667
    • MajorCentral Fuel tank insecure tank strap broken/missing (6.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Oil leak, but not excessive diff wetting oil from shaft seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight damage to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass89,878 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,878 miles
    Test number
    664810604964
    • AdvisoryRear subframe and suspension arms are corroding

  5. Fail89,862 miles (+1,488)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,862 miles
    Test number
    990096263455
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened between both "front" subframe main mountings on rear subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and sill covers fitted, unable to assess condition of sills and underside components and pipes

  6. Pass88,374 miles (+2,070)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    88,374 miles
    Test number
    737570197129
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage 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 Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Several cuts in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear differential oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe bushes deteriorating

  7. Pass86,304 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    86,304 miles
    Test number
    392003792128
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear slight wetting of oil at nearside inner drive shaft joint
    • AdvisoryFront slight damage to outer sidewall

Questions about MAN 129

What vehicle is registration MAN 129 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MAN 129 on a grey diesel Jaguar XJ first used on 14 Jul 2008. 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 MAN 129 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on MAN 129 expired on 7 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on MAN 129?
The MOT on MAN 129 expired on 7 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has MAN 129 done?
MAN 129 was recorded at 92,324 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 1,087 miles a year.
Has MAN 129 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MAN 129 has failed 3 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on MAN 129 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 MAN 129 find?
MAN 129 failed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 6 major defects and 4 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; central rear sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened; nearside front outer brake hose excessively deteriorated, and 7 more.

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