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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 3,239 cc

P523 KJBMOT history

P523 KJB is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 13 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 10 May 2023 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 88,970 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 May 2023
Mileage
88,970 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2022
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
305 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P523 KJB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,239 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
13 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 May 2023
Latest MOT test
11 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

P523 KJB was last recorded at 88,970 miles on 11 May 2022, 186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,784 miles · 2 Dec 2015
Between the last two tests
186 miles
Average per year
305 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 88,970 miles
  • 2015 – 88,784 miles
  • 2014 – 88,765 miles
  • 2013 – 88,643 miles
  • 2011 – 88,627 miles
  • 2010 – 88,608 miles
  • 2008 – 87,418 miles
  • 2007 – 85,655 miles
  • 2006 – 84,157 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,970 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front wing slightly corroded by mud flap
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

15 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,970 miles (+186)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    88,970 miles
    Test number
    543489537844
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing slightly corroded by mud flap
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass88,784 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    88,784 miles
    Test number
    626095294380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth floor to sills corroded

  3. Fail88,784 miles (+19)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,784 miles
    Test number
    389107856740
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBoth floor to sills corroded

  4. Pass88,765 miles (+122)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    88,765 miles
    Test number
    768952334355
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  5. Pass88,643 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    88,643 miles
    Test number
    187540643361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  6. Pass88,627 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    88,627 miles
    Test number
    517141921225
    • AdvisoryOffside Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r upper suspension arm hasslight playin pin/bush

  7. Fail88,627 miles (+19)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,627 miles
    Test number
    986897211247
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass88,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    88,608 miles
    Test number
    542878010269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,608 miles (+1,190)1 dangerous3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,608 miles
    Test number
    552246310228
    • DangerousFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteN/S WASHER JET NOT WORKING
    • NoteUMDER SIDE OF VEHICLE SUREFACE RUST

  10. Fail87,418 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,418 miles
    Test number
    414330788271
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Pass87,418 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    87,418 miles
    Test number
    693400888244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Fail87,371 miles (+1,716)1 dangerous8 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,371 miles
    Test number
    322630168294
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front wire broken

  13. Pass85,655 miles (+1,498)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    85,655 miles
    Test number
    280515427138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass84,157 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    84,157 miles
    Test number
    991193956154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail84,094 miles5 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,094 miles
    Test number
    321295536198
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P523 KJB

Does P523 KJB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P523 KJB expired on 10 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P523 KJB?
The MOT on P523 KJB expired on 10 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P523 KJB done?
P523 KJB was recorded at 88,970 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2022, an average of 305 miles a year.
Has P523 KJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P523 KJB has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Dec 2015.
Has the mileage on P523 KJB 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 P523 KJB find?
P523 KJB passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front coil spring corroded, and 2 more.

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