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Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,198 cc

T121 MDCMOT history

T121 MDC is a black diesel Jaguar X-Type first used on 20 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 26 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 29 MOT tests, with 221,667 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Aug 2027
Mileage
221,667 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
29
16 passed · 13 failed
Per year
9,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T121 MDC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
X-Type
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,198 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T121 MDC was last recorded at 221,667 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
221,665 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
9,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 221,667 miles
  • 2025 – 221,151 miles
  • 2024 – 219,704 miles
  • 2023 – 217,101 miles
  • 2022 – 214,483 miles
  • 2021 – 211,414 miles
  • 2020 – 208,390 miles
  • 2019 – 202,080 miles
  • 2018 – 184,405 miles
  • 2017 – 159,080 miles
  • 2016 – 141,961 miles
  • 2015 – 130,722 miles
  • 2014 – 114,484 miles
  • 2013 – 100,958 miles
  • 2012 – 90,055 miles
  • 2011 – 70,416 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass221,667 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside rear light cluster damagedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and various suspension components corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake cables severely corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides very close to legal limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 17 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass221,667 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    221,667 miles
    Test number
    683028025590
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and various suspension components corroded

  2. Fail221,665 miles (+514)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,665 miles
    Test number
    506103725063
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high Both headlights (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively Both front brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear light cluster damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and various suspension components corroded

  3. Pass221,151 miles (+16)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    221,151 miles
    Test number
    987805007242
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake cables severely corroded

  4. Fail221,135 miles (+1,431)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,135 miles
    Test number
    578284848501
    • MajorNearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting central inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake cables severely corroded

  5. Pass219,704 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    219,704 miles
    Test number
    126983691155
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking within tread patten (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on all suspension components

  6. Fail219,702 miles (+2,601)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,702 miles
    Test number
    813673706719
    • DangerousFront Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides cracking within tread patten (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on all suspension components

  7. Pass217,101 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    217,101 miles
    Test number
    897759466245
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides very close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail217,101 miles (+2,618)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,101 miles
    Test number
    923151567397
    • DangerousNearside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides very close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass214,483 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    214,483 miles
    Test number
    746617724808
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe corroded

  10. Fail214,479 miles (+3,065)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,479 miles
    Test number
    432794757224
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySubframe corroded

  11. Pass211,414 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    211,414 miles
    Test number
    859450568943
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail211,414 miles (+3,024)2 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,414 miles
    Test number
    444371120392
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass208,390 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    208,390 miles
    Test number
    299701177067
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail208,390 miles (+6,310)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    208,390 miles
    Test number
    561848808024
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass202,080 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    202,080 miles
    Test number
    950979757417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail202,078 miles (+17,673)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,078 miles
    Test number
    264294450480
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  17. Pass184,405 miles (+25,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    184,405 miles
    Test number
    432466322525
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  18. Pass159,080 miles (+17,119)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    159,080 miles
    Test number
    183404701550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass141,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    141,961 miles
    Test number
    605376220520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail141,959 miles (+11,237)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,959 miles
    Test number
    398083982970
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass130,722 miles (+16,238)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    130,722 miles
    Test number
    168598725142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass114,484 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    114,484 miles
    Test number
    177629134138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  23. Fail114,484 miles (+13,526)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,484 miles
    Test number
    207387534438
    • FailureNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass100,958 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    100,958 miles
    Test number
    299256053427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail100,958 miles (+10,903)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,958 miles
    Test number
    639405853146
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass90,055 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    90,055 miles
    Test number
    146905442128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail90,053 miles (+19,637)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,053 miles
    Test number
    138585942102
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass70,416 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    70,416 miles
    Test number
    296597531195
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn uneven on outer edge.

  29. Fail70,416 miles1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,416 miles
    Test number
    298187431445
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn uneven on outer edge.

Questions about T121 MDC

Does T121 MDC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T121 MDC is valid until 26 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T121 MDC?
The MOT on T121 MDC is valid until 26 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T121 MDC done?
T121 MDC was recorded at 221,667 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 9,927 miles a year.
Has T121 MDC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T121 MDC has failed 13 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T121 MDC 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 T121 MDC find?
T121 MDC passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside windscreen wiper blade defective; brake disc worn, but not excessively both front brake discs; offside rear light cluster damaged, and 2 more.

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