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Jaguar XJR

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

T197 SOAMOT history

T197 SOA is a silver petrol Jaguar XJR first used on 19 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 103,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Mar 2027
Mileage
103,409 mi
At MOT on 19 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,647 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 SOA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJR
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
19 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 SOA was last recorded at 103,409 miles on 19 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,409 miles · 18 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,647 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,409 miles
  • 2019 – 103,343 miles
  • 2016 – 103,240 miles
  • 2014 – 102,694 miles
  • 2013 – 98,360 miles
  • 2012 – 90,497 miles
  • 2011 – 73,265 miles
  • 2010 – 60,008 miles
  • 2009 – 52,204 miles
  • 2008 – 42,102 miles
  • 2007 – 33,644 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,409 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2016

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

16 tests since 31 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,409 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    103,409 miles
    Test number
    724290634274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail103,409 miles (+66)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,409 miles
    Test number
    924707366626
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass103,343 miles (+103)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,343 miles
    Test number
    568455216763
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass103,240 miles (+546)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    103,240 miles
    Test number
    374350423935
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion behind front wheel. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion Behind front wheel. (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  5. Pass102,694 miles (+4,334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    102,694 miles
    Test number
    308468364242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass98,360 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    98,360 miles
    Test number
    759839463284
    • NoteNearside front and offside front heavily corroded where subframe mounts

  7. Fail98,359 miles (+7,862)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,359 miles
    Test number
    178548263213
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-lock braking system component inappropriately repaired (3.4.4)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteNearside front and offside front heavily corroded where subframe mounts

  8. Pass90,497 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    90,497 miles
    Test number
    366555152457
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBoth rear lower arm bushes have slight play
    • NoteCorrosion floor to sills
    • NoteN/s/front tyre started to split
    • NoteO/s/front strut mount corroding

  9. Fail90,497 miles (+17,232)2 failures2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,497 miles
    Test number
    356365552419
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBoth rear lower arm bushes have slight play
    • NoteCorrosion floor to sills
    • NoteN/s/front tyre started to split
    • NoteO/s/front strut mount corroding

  10. Pass73,265 miles (+3,720)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    73,265 miles
    Test number
    807889151238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  11. Pass69,545 miles (+9,537)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    69,545 miles
    Test number
    149227901012
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to Nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass60,008 miles (+7,804)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    60,008 miles
    Test number
    254874710093
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteCentre stop lamp has one bulb not working
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass52,204 miles (+292)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    52,204 miles
    Test number
    173894029427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.
    • NoteNearside front brake disc discoloured.
    • NoteOil level low (added 2 litres)

  14. Fail51,912 miles (+9,810)1 dangerous4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,912 miles
    Test number
    112627119446
    • DangerousNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low.
    • NoteNearside front brake disc discoloured.
    • NoteOil level low (added 2 litres)

  15. Pass42,102 miles (+8,458)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    42,102 miles
    Test number
    123348128406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass33,644 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    33,644 miles
    Test number
    470141937053
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T197 SOA

Does T197 SOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T197 SOA is valid until 18 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T197 SOA?
The MOT on T197 SOA is valid until 18 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T197 SOA done?
T197 SOA was recorded at 103,409 miles at its MOT on 19 Mar 2026, an average of 3,647 miles a year.
Has T197 SOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 SOA has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on T197 SOA 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 T197 SOA find?
T197 SOA passed its latest MOT on 19 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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