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Jaguar XJ

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,248 cc

S789 XNEMOT history

S789 XNE is a silver petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 125,274 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
125,274 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,155 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S789 XNE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S789 XNE was last recorded at 125,274 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,863 miles · 23 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
411 miles
Average per year
4,155 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,274 miles
  • 2025 – 124,863 miles
  • 2024 – 124,381 miles
  • 2023 – 124,109 miles
  • 2022 – 124,020 miles
  • 2021 – 123,805 miles
  • 2019 – 123,145 miles
  • 2018 – 121,285 miles
  • 2017 – 114,639 miles
  • 2016 – 106,896 miles
  • 2015 – 100,480 miles
  • 2014 – 93,933 miles
  • 2013 – 87,380 miles
  • 2012 – 81,590 miles
  • 2011 – 76,534 miles
  • 2010 – 71,090 miles
  • 2009 – 64,454 miles
  • 2008 – 57,794 miles
  • 2007 – 51,093 miles
  • 2006 – 43,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,274 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass125,274 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    125,274 miles
    Test number
    841183297212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,863 miles (+482)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    124,863 miles
    Test number
    783365545941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass124,381 miles (+272)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    124,381 miles
    Test number
    254246079766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,109 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    124,109 miles
    Test number
    416416281609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,020 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    124,020 miles
    Test number
    644671109484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail124,020 miles (+215)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,020 miles
    Test number
    664735683013
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass123,805 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    123,805 miles
    Test number
    862632044397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail123,802 miles (+657)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,802 miles
    Test number
    257129988667
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  9. Pass123,145 miles (+1,860)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    123,145 miles
    Test number
    494694837969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,285 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    121,285 miles
    Test number
    342577092713
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail121,283 miles (+6,644)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,283 miles
    Test number
    499984215247
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass114,639 miles (+7,743)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    114,639 miles
    Test number
    343430502347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,896 miles (+6,416)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,896 miles
    Test number
    162877888443
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass100,480 miles (+6,547)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    100,480 miles
    Test number
    656941395154
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge

  15. Pass93,933 miles (+6,553)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    93,933 miles
    Test number
    499903184160
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteGeneral underbody corrosion

  16. Pass87,380 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,380 miles
    Test number
    909306483114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail87,375 miles (+5,785)4 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,375 miles
    Test number
    266584583113
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOff side rear tyre perishing on edge

  18. Pass81,590 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    81,590 miles
    Test number
    306055482111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail81,590 miles (+5,056)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,590 miles
    Test number
    465845982126
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass76,534 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,534 miles
    Test number
    238934291119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail76,534 miles (+5,444)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,534 miles
    Test number
    506024191161
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass71,090 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,090 miles
    Test number
    422755690185
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Fail71,090 miles (+6,636)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,090 miles
    Test number
    531625590123
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass64,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    64,454 miles
    Test number
    333341989142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail64,454 miles (+6,660)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,454 miles
    Test number
    230631589142
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass57,794 miles (+6,701)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,794 miles
    Test number
    781673098102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass51,093 miles (+7,095)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    51,093 miles
    Test number
    622941097136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass43,998 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    43,998 miles
    Test number
    501814196106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S789 XNE

Does S789 XNE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S789 XNE is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S789 XNE?
The MOT on S789 XNE is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S789 XNE done?
S789 XNE was recorded at 125,274 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 4,155 miles a year.
Has S789 XNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S789 XNE has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on S789 XNE 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 S789 XNE find?
S789 XNE passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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