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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 1988 · 2,919 cc

MNS 4MOT history

MNS 4 is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 30 Dec 1988. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 30,187 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
30,187 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
31 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MNS 4
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,919 cc
Year of manufacture
1988
First used
30 Dec 1988
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MNS 4 was last recorded at 30,187 miles on 6 May 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Aug 2015: 29,144 miles, lower than 31,531 miles on 1 Aug 2014.

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
30,180 miles · 5 May 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
31 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 30,187 miles
  • 2016 – 29,549 miles
  • 2015 – 29,144 miles
  • 2014 – 31,531 miles
  • 2013 – 31,210 miles
  • 2012 – 31,029 miles
  • 2011 – 30,656 miles
  • 2009 – 30,406 miles
  • 2008 – 30,175 miles
  • 2007 – 29,875 miles
  • 2006 – 29,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass30,187 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill edges (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill edges (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack bushes worn (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryAll four outer door handles stiffRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2014

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

13 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass30,187 miles (+7)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    30,187 miles
    Test number
    225428361784
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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 sill edges (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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 sill edges (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack bushes worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four outer door handles stiff

  2. Fail30,180 miles (+631)2 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,180 miles
    Test number
    295125721376
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened holed near to antiroll bar mount (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront 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 Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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 sill edges (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (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 sill edges (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel rack bushes worn (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll four outer door handles stiff

  3. Pass29,549 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    29,549 miles
    Test number
    162629132158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass29,144 miles (-2,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    29,144 miles
    Test number
    589498128970
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

  5. Pass31,531 miles9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    31,531 miles
    Test number
    575883014234
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteDrivers door handle loose
    • NoteSteering rack bushes slightly worn

  6. Fail31,531 miles (+321)5 failures9 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,531 miles
    Test number
    908039204243
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteDrivers door handle loose
    • NoteSteering rack bushes slightly worn

  7. Pass31,210 miles (+181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2014
    Odometer
    31,210 miles
    Test number
    296373543439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  8. Pass31,029 miles (+373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    31,029 miles
    Test number
    899891622158
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  9. Pass30,656 miles (+250)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,656 miles
    Test number
    998414721067
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteOil leak

  10. Pass30,406 miles (+231)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    30,406 miles
    Test number
    242864339377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  11. Pass30,175 miles (+300)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,175 miles
    Test number
    222642818380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass29,875 miles (+293)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    29,875 miles
    Test number
    351279407323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass29,582 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    29,582 miles
    Test number
    710995186279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about MNS 4

What vehicle is registration MNS 4 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MNS 4 on a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 30 Dec 1988. 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 MNS 4 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MNS 4 is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on MNS 4?
The MOT on MNS 4 is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MNS 4 done?
MNS 4 was recorded at 30,187 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 31 miles a year.
Has MNS 4 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MNS 4 has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2026.
Has the mileage on MNS 4 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Aug 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on MNS 4 find?
MNS 4 passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 15 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 12 more.

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