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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,248 cc

R34 LACMOT history

R34 LAC is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 10 Feb 1998. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 139,577 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
139,577 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R34 LAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
10 Feb 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R34 LAC was last recorded at 139,577 miles on 31 Mar 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,576 miles · 27 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,577 miles
  • 2024 – 139,495 miles
  • 2023 – 139,089 miles
  • 2022 – 138,625 miles
  • 2021 – 138,107 miles
  • 2020 – 137,534 miles
  • 2019 – 137,055 miles
  • 2018 – 136,444 miles
  • 2017 – 135,740 miles
  • 2016 – 134,791 miles
  • 2015 – 133,869 miles
  • 2014 – 132,973 miles
  • 2013 – 131,689 miles
  • 2012 – 130,346 miles
  • 2011 – 129,018 miles
  • 2010 – 127,504 miles
  • 2009 – 125,884 miles
  • 2008 – 124,116 miles
  • 2007 – 121,836 miles
  • 2006 – 117,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,577 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s/f, n/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • All underside and vehicle suspension is starting to corrode.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top and bottom

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor has small hole

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber top mount/inner wing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass139,577 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    139,577 miles
    Test number
    358192737407
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s/f, n/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail139,576 miles (+81)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,576 miles
    Test number
    920783062902
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) all not working both (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s/f, n/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,495 miles (+406)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    139,495 miles
    Test number
    194162097854
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both front (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both rear (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s/f, n/s/f, o/s/r, n/s/r (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,089 miles (+1)1 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    139,089 miles
    Test number
    616960290175
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside and vehicle suspension is starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor has small hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber top mount/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber top mount/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Jacking point/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Fail139,088 miles (+463)1 major17 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,088 miles
    Test number
    847747140789
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll underside and vehicle suspension is starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor has small hole (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber top mount/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Top and bottom (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Shock absorber top mount/inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Jacking point/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  6. Pass138,625 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    138,625 miles
    Test number
    107374124807

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail138,625 miles (+518)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,625 miles
    Test number
    980498189363
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Floor excessively deteriorated Floor pan next to jacking point severley corroded(holed) (6.2.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass138,107 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,107 miles
    Test number
    987836394946
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail138,107 miles (+573)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,107 miles
    Test number
    499619687403
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass137,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    137,534 miles
    Test number
    508180321938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail137,534 miles (+479)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,534 miles
    Test number
    272783397879
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  12. Pass137,055 miles (+611)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    137,055 miles
    Test number
    491618274086
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced INNER FRONT WING (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass136,444 miles (+704)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    136,444 miles
    Test number
    877579349717

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass135,740 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    135,740 miles
    Test number
    587532981460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail135,740 miles (+949)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,740 miles
    Test number
    683751870584
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass134,791 miles (+922)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    134,791 miles
    Test number
    863225171649
    • AdvisoryOffside Front anti roll bar link has slight play

  17. Pass133,869 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    133,869 miles
    Test number
    228638739587
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  18. Fail133,869 miles (+896)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,869 miles
    Test number
    814015471432
    • FailureNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings wing (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  19. Pass132,973 miles (+1,284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    132,973 miles
    Test number
    496289224400
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass131,689 miles (+1,343)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    131,689 miles
    Test number
    465853923418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass130,346 miles (+1,328)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    130,346 miles
    Test number
    927342032303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass129,018 miles (+1,514)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    129,018 miles
    Test number
    967333231322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass127,504 miles (+1,620)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    127,504 miles
    Test number
    932573230307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass125,884 miles (+1,768)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    125,884 miles
    Test number
    410347829387
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass124,116 miles (+2,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    124,116 miles
    Test number
    551402728376
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  26. Pass121,836 miles (+4,390)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    121,836 miles
    Test number
    551796117372
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass117,446 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    117,446 miles
    Test number
    800017116361
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about R34 LAC

Does R34 LAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R34 LAC is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on R34 LAC?
The MOT on R34 LAC is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R34 LAC done?
R34 LAC was recorded at 139,577 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2026, an average of 1,142 miles a year.
Has R34 LAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R34 LAC has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on R34 LAC 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 R34 LAC find?
R34 LAC passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both; rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; rear coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened both, and 2 more.

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