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Jaguar XJ

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 3,248 cc

P970 KJCMOT history

P970 KJC is a green petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 30 Apr 1997. Its MOT expired on 17 Oct 2022 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 151,619 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 17 Oct 2022
Mileage
151,619 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,235 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
P970 KJC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
30 Apr 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Oct 2022
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

P970 KJC was last recorded at 151,619 miles on 23 Sept 2022, 250 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
151,369 miles · 18 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
250 miles
Average per year
3,235 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 151,619 miles
  • 2021 – 151,369 miles
  • 2020 – 150,003 miles
  • 2019 – 147,795 miles
  • 2018 – 147,630 miles
  • 2017 – 144,622 miles
  • 2016 – 142,915 miles
  • 2015 – 140,714 miles
  • 2014 – 138,565 miles
  • 2013 – 138,085 miles
  • 2012 – 136,100 miles
  • 2011 – 131,997 miles
  • 2010 – 126,387 miles
  • 2008 – 115,852 miles
  • 2007 – 108,483 miles
  • 2006 – 99,116 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail151,619 miles
  • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both lamps high aim (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated been repaired before (6.2.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by gear box mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by gear box mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorPower steering malfunctioning when turning lock to lock stiff some points (2.1.5 (a))
  • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail151,619 miles (+250)10 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,619 miles
    Test number
    197602413414
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high both lamps high aim (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated been repaired before (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by gear box mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced by gear box mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning when turning lock to lock stiff some points (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  2. Pass151,369 miles (+1,366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    151,369 miles
    Test number
    150304117147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass150,003 miles (+19)3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    150,003 miles
    Test number
    103362054635
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  4. Fail149,984 miles (+2,189)1 dangerous3 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,984 miles
    Test number
    683322669108
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  5. Pass147,795 miles (+24)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    147,795 miles
    Test number
    740148823175
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail147,771 miles (+141)3 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,771 miles
    Test number
    645780109633
    • DangerousNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass147,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    147,630 miles
    Test number
    252461696609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail147,630 miles (+3,008)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,630 miles
    Test number
    441136558335
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass144,622 miles (+1,707)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    144,622 miles
    Test number
    276804630734
    • AdvisoryADVISE Surface corrosion starting to form on vehicle chassis and floor area
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Pass142,915 miles (+2,201)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    142,915 miles
    Test number
    350553792098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass140,714 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    140,714 miles
    Test number
    335791465058
    • NoteADVISE Surface corrosion starting to form on vehicle underbody

  12. Fail140,714 miles (+2,149)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,714 miles
    Test number
    456341765021
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteADVISE Surface corrosion starting to form on vehicle underbody

  13. Fail138,565 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,565 miles
    Test number
    227322244064
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  14. Pass138,565 miles (+480)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    138,565 miles
    Test number
    515132744064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass138,085 miles (+1,985)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    138,085 miles
    Test number
    538870463066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass136,100 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    136,100 miles
    Test number
    249373952068
    • 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)

  17. Fail136,100 miles (+4,103)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,100 miles
    Test number
    809033852068
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  18. Pass131,997 miles (+5,610)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    131,997 miles
    Test number
    415713651070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass126,387 miles (+10,535)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    126,387 miles
    Test number
    142860860481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass115,852 miles (+7,369)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    115,852 miles
    Test number
    833999498097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass108,483 miles (+9,367)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    108,483 miles
    Test number
    251123977489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass99,116 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    99,116 miles
    Test number
    164023876124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail98,986 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,986 miles
    Test number
    931897066159
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about P970 KJC

Does P970 KJC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on P970 KJC expired on 17 Oct 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on P970 KJC?
The MOT on P970 KJC expired on 17 Oct 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has P970 KJC done?
P970 KJC was recorded at 151,619 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2022, an average of 3,235 miles a year.
Has P970 KJC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. P970 KJC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on P970 KJC 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 P970 KJC find?
P970 KJC failed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2022 with 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: central rear seat belt missing belt missing; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front headlamp aim too high both lamps high aim, and 10 more.

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