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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

S3 OSPMOT history

S3 OSP is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 103,648 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Jan 2027
Mileage
103,648 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 OSP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 OSP was last recorded at 103,648 miles on 27 Jan 2026, 909 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,739 miles · 4 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
909 miles
Average per year
2,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,648 miles
  • 2022 – 102,739 miles
  • 2021 – 101,182 miles
  • 2020 – 100,335 miles
  • 2019 – 97,699 miles
  • 2015 – 93,933 miles
  • 2013 – 89,056 miles
  • 2012 – 84,609 miles
  • 2011 – 78,280 miles
  • 2010 – 73,045 miles
  • 2009 – 70,193 miles
  • 2008 – 66,008 miles
  • 2007 – 62,704 miles
  • 2006 – 58,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,648 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front brake pipes showing signs of corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Corrosion to front and rear brake discs.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Inner sills showing signs of corrosion.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,648 miles (+909)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    103,648 miles
    Test number
    439136779959
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass102,739 miles (+1,557)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    102,739 miles
    Test number
    162636748395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,182 miles (+847)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    101,182 miles
    Test number
    563742237773

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass100,335 miles (+2,636)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2021
    Odometer
    100,335 miles
    Test number
    602296004685
    • AdvisoryBrake lines corroding
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring holders corroding
    • AdvisoryRear chassis rails corroding

  5. Pass97,699 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    97,699 miles
    Test number
    651974899808
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail97,686 miles (+3,753)2 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,686 miles
    Test number
    376314038845
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements letters wrong colour (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements letters wrong colour (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 27% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass93,933 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    93,933 miles
    Test number
    895877229704
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes showing signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear brake discs.
    • AdvisoryInner sills showing signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryRear main suspension bushes worn.

  8. Fail93,929 miles (+4,873)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,929 miles
    Test number
    609339434416
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes showing signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front and rear brake discs.
    • AdvisoryInner sills showing signs of corrosion.

  9. Pass89,056 miles (+4,447)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    89,056 miles
    Test number
    875503283247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass84,609 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    84,609 miles
    Test number
    115150342374
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail84,609 miles (+6,329)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,609 miles
    Test number
    458190942439
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass78,280 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    78,280 miles
    Test number
    468024431345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail78,280 miles (+5,235)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,280 miles
    Test number
    725934331395
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  14. Pass73,045 miles (+2,852)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    73,045 miles
    Test number
    784037180253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass70,193 miles (+4,185)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    70,193 miles
    Test number
    514305169248
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  16. Pass66,008 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    66,008 miles
    Test number
    902316178276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail66,000 miles (+3,296)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,000 miles
    Test number
    342453278431
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/R TYRE WEARING LOW ON INNER EDGE

  18. Pass62,704 miles (+4,300)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    62,704 miles
    Test number
    881846477247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass58,404 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    58,404 miles
    Test number
    771430196231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass57,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    57,603 miles
    Test number
    503909816034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 OSP

Does S3 OSP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 OSP is valid until 26 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 OSP?
The MOT on S3 OSP is valid until 26 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 OSP done?
S3 OSP was recorded at 103,648 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2026, an average of 2,300 miles a year.
Has S3 OSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 OSP has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on S3 OSP 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 OSP find?
S3 OSP passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2026 with 3 advisories: front coil spring corroded both side; front lower suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both side; rear coil spring corroded both side.

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