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Jaguar XJR

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

S8 DNAMOT history

S8 DNA is a silver petrol Jaguar XJR first used on 24 Sept 1998. Its MOT expired on 1 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 105,431 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Feb 2023
Mileage
105,431 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,699 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S8 DNA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJR
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
24 Sept 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
15 May 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S8 DNA was last recorded at 105,431 miles on 15 May 2023, 992 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,439 miles · 2 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
992 miles
Average per year
1,699 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 105,431 miles
  • 2022 – 104,439 miles
  • 2021 – 103,522 miles
  • 2019 – 101,896 miles
  • 2018 – 101,776 miles
  • 2017 – 100,869 miles
  • 2016 – 99,649 miles
  • 2015 – 98,237 miles
  • 2014 – 97,732 miles
  • 2013 – 96,702 miles
  • 2012 – 95,796 miles
  • 2011 – 94,106 miles
  • 2010 – 91,038 miles
  • 2009 – 86,291 miles
  • 2008 – 80,576 miles
  • 2007 – 79,634 miles
  • 2006 – 77,462 miles
  • 2005 – 75,650 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail105,431 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
  • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength both front inner wing panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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 position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail105,431 miles (+992)11 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,431 miles
    Test number
    838574906161
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Power steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength both front inner wing panels (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    104,439 miles
    Test number
    782805085520
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail104,439 miles (+917)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,439 miles
    Test number
    491262485645
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body rusty (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass103,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,522 miles
    Test number
    751620763887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail103,522 miles (+1,626)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,522 miles
    Test number
    620858219214
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass101,896 miles (+120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    101,896 miles
    Test number
    504190937527
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f wing damaged

  7. Pass101,776 miles (+907)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    101,776 miles
    Test number
    509396031549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Main beam headlamp security

  8. Pass100,869 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    100,869 miles
    Test number
    754222609830
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view interior (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly

  9. Fail100,869 miles (+1,220)2 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,869 miles
    Test number
    565385482792
    • DangerousNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryObligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view interior (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion floor (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake binding slightly

  10. Pass99,649 miles (+1,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,649 miles
    Test number
    396074634862
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front wings
    • AdvisoryLow readings from offside parking brake

  11. Pass98,237 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    98,237 miles
    Test number
    178722795473
    • NoteCorrosion on n.s.f wing
    • NoteCorrosion on o.s.f wing

  12. Fail98,237 miles (+505)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,237 miles
    Test number
    167421295469
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteCorrosion on n.s.f wing
    • NoteCorrosion on o.s.f wing

  13. Pass97,732 miles (+1,030)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    97,732 miles
    Test number
    209957384094
    • AdvisoryCentre Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s door mirror glass loose
    • NoteN/s door mirror movement poor
    • NoteN/s/f wing has corrosion
    • NoteO/s/f wing has corrosion

  14. Pass96,702 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    96,702 miles
    Test number
    407642013191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteAdvise nearside door mirror insecure
    • NoteOffside front brake caliper seal adrift

  15. Fail96,702 miles (+906)2 dangerous2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,702 miles
    Test number
    765885603138
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousNearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteNearside front braker caliper seal adrift
    • NoteOffside front brake caliper seal adrift

  16. Pass95,796 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    95,796 miles
    Test number
    189413722153
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty.

  17. Fail95,796 miles (+1,690)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,796 miles
    Test number
    319803622167
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake discs rusty.

  18. Pass94,106 miles (+3,068)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    94,106 miles
    Test number
    756309561143
    • AdvisoryLower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryLower Suspension weakened but no possibility of the body or a component fouling a road wheel (2.4.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Upper Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteFront nearside and offside body wing coroded.

  19. Pass91,038 miles (+4,747)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2011
    Odometer
    91,038 miles
    Test number
    521210540116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass86,291 miles (+5,715)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    86,291 miles
    Test number
    172544769421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,576 miles (+942)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    80,576 miles
    Test number
    512177578038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass79,634 miles (+2,172)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2008
    Odometer
    79,634 miles
    Test number
    954273147132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,462 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    77,462 miles
    Test number
    321775746152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail77,462 miles (+1,812)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,462 miles
    Test number
    860805946161
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass75,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    75,650 miles
    Test number
    742497105324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S8 DNA

Does S8 DNA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S8 DNA expired on 1 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S8 DNA?
The MOT on S8 DNA expired on 1 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S8 DNA done?
S8 DNA was recorded at 105,431 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2023, an average of 1,699 miles a year.
Has S8 DNA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S8 DNA has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S8 DNA 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 DNA find?
S8 DNA failed its latest MOT on 15 May 2023 with 11 major defects: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear at rear; electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault, and 8 more.

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