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Jaguar XJ

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 4,196 cc

S3 JOUMOT history

S3 JOU is a silver petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 16 Jul 2003. Its MOT expired on 19 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,766 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Apr 2025
Mileage
117,766 mi
At MOT on 18 Apr 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 JOU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jul 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
18 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 JOU was last recorded at 117,766 miles on 18 Apr 2024, 2,119 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,647 miles · 20 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,119 miles
Average per year
5,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,766 miles
  • 2023 – 115,647 miles
  • 2022 – 112,746 miles
  • 2021 – 111,937 miles
  • 2020 – 109,915 miles
  • 2019 – 107,132 miles
  • 2018 – 103,164 miles
  • 2017 – 100,333 miles
  • 2015 – 95,764 miles
  • 2013 – 83,505 miles
  • 2012 – 72,285 miles
  • 2011 – 58,512 miles
  • 2010 – 51,427 miles
  • 2009 – 43,682 miles
  • 2008 – 32,990 miles
  • 2006 – 23,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,766 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Most brake pipes have slight rust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight play in front wheel bearings

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,766 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    117,766 miles
    Test number
    914067238204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail117,766 miles (+2,119)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,766 miles
    Test number
    942808127283
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass115,647 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    115,647 miles
    Test number
    892416952190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail115,641 miles (+2,895)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,641 miles
    Test number
    139474557067
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass112,746 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    112,746 miles
    Test number
    999914157701
    • AdvisoryMost brake pipes have slight rust
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheel bearings

  6. Fail112,744 miles (+1)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,744 miles
    Test number
    353012751294
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryMost brake pipes have slight rust
    • AdvisorySlight play in front wheel bearings

  7. Fail112,743 miles (+806)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,743 miles
    Test number
    651688655587
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass111,937 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    111,937 miles
    Test number
    134011737993
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Offside and nearside rear tie bar inner and outer gaiters (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Fail111,937 miles (+2,022)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,937 miles
    Test number
    537236897101
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Offside and nearside rear tie bar inner and outer gaiters (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside and nearside front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Pass109,915 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    109,915 miles
    Test number
    869962999313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel baring has slight play
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail109,915 miles (+2,783)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,915 miles
    Test number
    212623599131
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorRegistration 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))

  12. Pass107,132 miles (+3,968)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    107,132 miles
    Test number
    555094298300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass103,164 miles (+2,831)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    103,164 miles
    Test number
    660588831531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass100,333 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,333 miles
    Test number
    964899104251
    • AdvisoryRear suspension gaiters are perished

  15. Fail100,308 miles (+4,544)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,308 miles
    Test number
    111926448150
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wall has light damage
    • AdvisoryOther brake pipes are corroded under trays are fitted

  16. Pass95,764 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    95,764 miles
    Test number
    755910134973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail95,760 miles (+12,255)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,760 miles
    Test number
    918638077801
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement lower inner bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass83,505 miles (+11,220)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,505 miles
    Test number
    727038363247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass72,285 miles (+13,773)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    72,285 miles
    Test number
    198461852277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,512 miles (+7,085)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    58,512 miles
    Test number
    956526651070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,427 miles (+7,745)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    51,427 miles
    Test number
    263493750065
    • NoteOsr tyre soft when presented for test

  22. Pass43,682 miles (+10,692)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    43,682 miles
    Test number
    754356029005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,990 miles (+9,680)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    32,990 miles
    Test number
    651772958064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    23,310 miles
    Test number
    450571346258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 JOU

Does S3 JOU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 JOU expired on 19 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 JOU?
The MOT on S3 JOU expired on 19 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 JOU done?
S3 JOU was recorded at 117,766 miles at its MOT on 18 Apr 2024, an average of 5,355 miles a year.
Has S3 JOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 JOU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on S3 JOU 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 S3 JOU find?
S3 JOU passed its latest MOT on 18 Apr 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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