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Jaguar XJR

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 3,996 cc

S3 XJRMOT history

S3 XJR is a black petrol Jaguar XJR first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 148,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
148,950 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 XJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJR
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 XJR was last recorded at 148,950 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 72 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,878 miles · 4 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
72 miles
Average per year
3,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,950 miles
  • 2024 – 147,839 miles
  • 2023 – 147,694 miles
  • 2022 – 142,633 miles
  • 2020 – 140,868 miles
  • 2019 – 135,348 miles
  • 2018 – 126,711 miles
  • 2017 – 120,263 miles
  • 2016 – 119,203 miles
  • 2015 – 115,703 miles
  • 2014 – 113,279 miles
  • 2013 – 111,905 miles
  • 2012 – 110,554 miles
  • 2011 – 107,949 miles
  • 2010 – 107,367 miles
  • 2009 – 104,589 miles
  • 2008 – 103,827 miles
  • 2007 – 102,468 miles
  • 2006 – 95,043 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,950 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneathRecorded at 4 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.

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Fuel cap seal worn / deteriorating

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • General underside corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass148,950 miles (+72)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    148,950 miles
    Test number
    960822154791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath

  2. Fail148,878 miles (+1,039)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,878 miles
    Test number
    123710883322
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath

  3. Pass147,839 miles (+54)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    147,839 miles
    Test number
    833030552906
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath

  4. Fail147,785 miles (+91)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,785 miles
    Test number
    968315278885
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion underneath

  5. Pass147,694 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    147,694 miles
    Test number
    644789996806
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal worn / deteriorating
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  6. Fail147,690 miles (+10)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,690 miles
    Test number
    625049754268
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal worn / deteriorating
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion

  7. Fail147,680 miles (+5,047)1 dangerous12 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,680 miles
    Test number
    328699005536
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner and outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Body component corroded and likely to cause injury Both Wheel arches (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced step and wheel arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass142,633 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    142,633 miles
    Test number
    652854302645
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail142,633 miles (+1,765)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,633 miles
    Test number
    718933713473
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass140,868 miles (+5,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    140,868 miles
    Test number
    210759230311
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all arears (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass135,348 miles (+8,637)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    135,348 miles
    Test number
    789082944247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,711 miles (+177)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    126,711 miles
    Test number
    653542863547
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front and rear (1.2.1 (e))

  13. Fail126,534 miles (+6,271)6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,534 miles
    Test number
    266269701757
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion wheel arch (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on

  14. Pass120,263 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2018
    Odometer
    120,263 miles
    Test number
    454995593661
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement trunion bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  15. Fail120,263 miles (+1,060)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,263 miles
    Test number
    385663739198
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wing corroded holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement trunion bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  16. Pass119,203 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    119,203 miles
    Test number
    614562962409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail119,203 miles (+3,500)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,203 miles
    Test number
    559011920802
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass115,703 miles (+2,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    115,703 miles
    Test number
    897358465173
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass113,279 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    113,279 miles
    Test number
    445122144155
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  20. Fail113,279 miles (+1,374)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,279 miles
    Test number
    789222744164
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  21. Pass111,905 miles (+1,351)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    111,905 miles
    Test number
    859263563153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass110,554 miles (+2,605)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    110,554 miles
    Test number
    328765262140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass107,949 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    107,949 miles
    Test number
    787033071143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail107,948 miles (+581)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,948 miles
    Test number
    678296961136
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  25. Pass107,367 miles (+2,778)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    107,367 miles
    Test number
    253211640415
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass104,589 miles (+762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    104,589 miles
    Test number
    933562969152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass103,827 miles (+1,359)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    103,827 miles
    Test number
    521613108306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail102,468 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,468 miles
    Test number
    242242347381
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  29. Pass102,468 miles (+7,425)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    102,468 miles
    Test number
    401442647455
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  30. Pass95,043 miles (+16,864)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    95,043 miles
    Test number
    561611966366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass78,179 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    78,179 miles
    Test number
    214308256021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 XJR

Does S3 XJR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 XJR is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S3 XJR?
The MOT on S3 XJR is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 XJR done?
S3 XJR was recorded at 148,950 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 3,577 miles a year.
Has S3 XJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 XJR has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 XJR 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 XJR find?
S3 XJR passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; slight corrosion underneath.

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