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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,248 cc

S729 BGHMOT history

S729 BGH is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 28 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 34 MOT tests, with 155,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
155,649 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
34
22 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,247 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S729 BGH
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
28 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S729 BGH was last recorded at 155,649 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,944 miles · 19 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
705 miles
Average per year
4,247 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,649 miles
  • 2025 – 154,944 miles
  • 2024 – 153,652 miles
  • 2023 – 152,613 miles
  • 2022 – 151,620 miles
  • 2021 – 150,061 miles
  • 2020 – 149,337 miles
  • 2019 – 147,085 miles
  • 2018 – 145,199 miles
  • 2017 – 142,458 miles
  • 2016 – 139,585 miles
  • 2015 – 136,980 miles
  • 2014 – 133,907 miles
  • 2013 – 133,114 miles
  • 2012 – 130,496 miles
  • 2011 – 126,286 miles
  • 2010 – 115,784 miles
  • 2009 – 104,152 miles
  • 2008 – 94,503 miles
  • 2007 – 77,497 miles
  • 2006 – 68,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,649 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside seal and rear inner wheel arch corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion chassis and suspension components

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 Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass155,649 miles (+705)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    155,649 miles
    Test number
    891846836676
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside seal and rear inner wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion chassis and suspension components

  2. Pass154,944 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    154,944 miles
    Test number
    610796969483
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion near nearside front jacking point

  3. Fail154,944 miles (+1,292)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,944 miles
    Test number
    174855866714
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged interior (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion near nearside front jacking point

  4. Pass153,652 miles (+1,039)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    153,652 miles
    Test number
    850764326818
    • MinorCentral Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (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))

  5. Pass152,613 miles (+993)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    152,613 miles
    Test number
    868004005953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nsf and osf inner wheel arches
    • AdvisoryCorrosion nsr and osr inner wheel arches

  6. Pass151,620 miles (+1,559)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    151,620 miles
    Test number
    277609758245
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside and offside inner wheel arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass150,061 miles (+724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    150,061 miles
    Test number
    677092238017
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass149,337 miles (+2,252)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    149,337 miles
    Test number
    343228033822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass147,085 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    147,085 miles
    Test number
    392142661899

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail147,081 miles (+1,882)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,081 miles
    Test number
    183558060761
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass145,199 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    145,199 miles
    Test number
    281703996852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail145,199 miles (+4)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,199 miles
    Test number
    450179563903
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings As marked on car (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded All (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail145,195 miles (+2,737)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,195 miles
    Test number
    378616840074
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Sill (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Sill (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak Radiator
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Has been marked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  14. Pass142,458 miles (+11)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    142,458 miles
    Test number
    864871112358
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak around bottom of radiator area
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in front & rear suspension & chassis areas req's attention.
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in n/s/f inner wing area req's attention
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/r centre exhaust pipe hanging low req's attention

  15. Fail142,447 miles (+2,862)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,447 miles
    Test number
    815212031625
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion in n/s/f inner wing area soon reqs attention.
    • AdvisoryEngine & under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryN/s/r /centre exhaust pipe hanging low.
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in front & rear suspension & chassis areas
    • AdvisorySuspect slight coolant leak around bottom of radiator area.

  16. Pass139,585 miles (+18)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    139,585 miles
    Test number
    480261159246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail139,567 miles (+2,587)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,567 miles
    Test number
    531706038593
    • FailureCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake slight binding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass136,980 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    136,980 miles
    Test number
    387749125026
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  19. Fail136,980 miles (+3,073)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,980 miles
    Test number
    957433125016
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  20. Pass133,907 miles (+13)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    133,907 miles
    Test number
    409267924070
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to offside front wing and door
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight damage to offside front wheel

  21. Fail133,894 miles (+780)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,894 miles
    Test number
    296064024096
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDamage to offside front wing and door
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight damage to offside front wheel

  22. Pass133,114 miles (+2,618)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    133,114 miles
    Test number
    465768763242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges

  23. Pass130,496 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    130,496 miles
    Test number
    968877672299
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  24. Fail130,496 miles (+1,144)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,496 miles
    Test number
    239744762242
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  25. Pass129,352 miles (+46)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    129,352 miles
    Test number
    425249742133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  26. Fail129,306 miles (+3,020)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,306 miles
    Test number
    209293142480
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  27. Pass126,286 miles (+4)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    126,286 miles
    Test number
    255923851435
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  28. Fail126,282 miles (+10,498)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,282 miles
    Test number
    188456541174
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  29. Pass115,784 miles (+11,632)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2011
    Odometer
    115,784 miles
    Test number
    204736920409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

  30. Pass104,152 miles (+9,649)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2010
    Odometer
    104,152 miles
    Test number
    640068629133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass94,503 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2009
    Odometer
    94,503 miles
    Test number
    380813838181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail94,503 miles (+17,006)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,503 miles
    Test number
    203101438194
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  33. Pass77,497 miles (+8,617)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2008
    Odometer
    77,497 miles
    Test number
    231676707148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • NoteOil leak around o\s front suspension area
    • NoteRear coil springs rusty
    • NoteSlight play in n\s rear suspension
    • NoteSlight split in n\s rear tyre

  34. Pass68,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    68,880 miles
    Test number
    221124216111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S729 BGH

Does S729 BGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S729 BGH is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S729 BGH?
The MOT on S729 BGH is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S729 BGH done?
S729 BGH was recorded at 155,649 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 4,247 miles a year.
Has S729 BGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S729 BGH has failed 12 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S729 BGH 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 S729 BGH find?
S729 BGH passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch; nearside seal and rear inner wheel arch corroded, and 3 more.

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