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Jaguar XJR

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

S8 BGWMOT history

S8 BGW is a black petrol Jaguar XJR first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 259,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jun 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2023
Mileage
259,625 mi
At MOT on 30 Jun 2023
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,400 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 BGW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJR
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
30 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S8 BGW was last recorded at 259,625 miles on 30 Jun 2023, 262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
259,363 miles · 22 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
262 miles
Average per year
3,400 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 259,625 miles
  • 2022 – 259,363 miles
  • 2021 – 257,608 miles
  • 2019 – 254,389 miles
  • 2018 – 252,154 miles
  • 2017 – 248,902 miles
  • 2016 – 237,847 miles
  • 2014 – 236,602 miles
  • 2013 – 234,757 miles
  • 2012 – 232,289 miles
  • 2011 – 230,052 miles
  • 2010 – 229,174 miles
  • 2008 – 227,741 miles
  • 2007 – 224,194 miles
  • 2006 – 222,260 miles
  • 2005 – 199,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail259,625 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCenter brake lights not working
  • AdvisoryCorrosion present in both front inner wings
  • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion present
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryUnder body been under sealed

What MOT failures 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 wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front ENGINE MOUNT \ CHASSIS RAIL IS CORRODED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail259,625 miles (+262)2 dangerous5 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    259,625 miles
    Test number
    311085832128
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCenter brake lights not working
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present in both front inner wings
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion present
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryUnder body been under sealed

  2. Pass259,363 miles (+1,755)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    259,363 miles
    Test number
    298831964392
    • AdvisoryCenter brake light not working
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present in nearside front wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside chassis corroded around subframe
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipes corrosion present

  3. Pass257,608 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    257,608 miles
    Test number
    696346159656
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust poor condition rear
    • AdvisoryVarious floor pan corrosion

  4. Fail257,608 miles (+3,219)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    257,608 miles
    Test number
    842541810056
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust poor condition rear
    • AdvisoryVarious floor pan corrosion

  5. Pass254,389 miles (+8)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    254,389 miles
    Test number
    801481792361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ENGINE MOUNT \ CHASSIS RAIL IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear FLOOR IS CORRODED

  6. Fail254,381 miles (+2,227)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    254,381 miles
    Test number
    673627084812
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front ENGINE MOUNT \ CHASSIS RAIL IS CORRODED
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear FLOOR IS CORRODED

  7. Pass252,154 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    252,154 miles
    Test number
    361179412839
    • AdvisoryAll under body chassis rails and inner and outer sills corroded

  8. Fail252,154 miles (+3,252)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    252,154 miles
    Test number
    671800150721
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged 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))
    • AdvisoryAll under body chassis rails and inner and outer sills corroded

  9. Pass248,902 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    248,902 miles
    Test number
    911387370186
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sills corroded both rear chassis rails corroded
    • AdvisoryFoor areas corroded

  10. Fail248,902 miles (+11,055)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    248,902 miles
    Test number
    810753152185
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth inner and outer sills corroded both rear chassis rails corroded
    • AdvisoryFoor areas corroded

  11. Pass237,847 miles (+1,245)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    237,847 miles
    Test number
    897765756653
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFuel lines corroding
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disks corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brakes noisy

  12. Pass236,602 miles (+1,845)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    236,602 miles
    Test number
    137759074247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass234,757 miles (+2,468)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    234,757 miles
    Test number
    497539223257
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • NoteDifferential damp
    • NoteEngine bay covers fitted
    • NoteFrint and rear brake discs corroded

  14. Pass232,289 miles (+2,237)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    232,289 miles
    Test number
    558597622272
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront brake pads wearing low
    • NoteN/s/r drive shaft seal damp
    • NoteSlight corrosion on front and rear brake discs

  15. Pass230,052 miles (+878)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    230,052 miles
    Test number
    367770471022
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs slightly worn

  16. Pass229,174 miles (+1,433)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    229,174 miles
    Test number
    733000070060
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteMascot on bonnet
    • NoteO/s registration plate light dim
    • NoteOil cooler pipe damp radiator area
    • NoteSome play in n/s/r drive shaft

  17. Pass227,741 miles (+3,547)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    227,741 miles
    Test number
    190919738319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass224,194 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    224,194 miles
    Test number
    501831247351
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteMascot on bonnet
    • NotePart worn tyre fitted to n/s/r for retest
    • NoteSome end float in both rear drive shafts

  19. Fail224,183 miles (+1,923)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    224,183 miles
    Test number
    701291147325
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront driving lights inoperative
    • NoteMascot on bonnet
    • NoteSome end float in both rear drive shafts

  20. Pass222,260 miles (+22,348)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    222,260 miles
    Test number
    732950146391
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteO/s/f door mirror loose
    • NoteO/s/r tyre worn on inside edge

  21. Pass199,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    199,912 miles
    Test number
    574941245324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail199,912 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,912 miles
    Test number
    931711245311
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about S8 BGW

Does S8 BGW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 BGW expired on 21 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 BGW?
The MOT on S8 BGW expired on 21 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 BGW done?
S8 BGW was recorded at 259,625 miles at its MOT on 30 Jun 2023, an average of 3,400 miles a year.
Has S8 BGW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 BGW has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S8 BGW 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 S8 BGW find?
S8 BGW failed its latest MOT on 30 Jun 2023 with 2 dangerous defects, 5 major defects and 10 advisories: nearside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; offside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault, and 14 more.

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