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Jaguar S-Type

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,967 cc

T378 RPAMOT history

T378 RPA is a blue petrol Jaguar S-Type first used on 4 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 90,356 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
90,356 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,459 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T378 RPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
S-Type
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
4 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T378 RPA was last recorded at 90,356 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 2,940 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,416 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,940 miles
Average per year
2,459 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,356 miles
  • 2025 – 87,416 miles
  • 2024 – 84,264 miles
  • 2023 – 81,604 miles
  • 2022 – 79,070 miles
  • 2021 – 76,144 miles
  • 2020 – 73,631 miles
  • 2018 – 69,639 miles
  • 2017 – 66,408 miles
  • 2016 – 64,776 miles
  • 2015 – 64,219 miles
  • 2014 – 64,105 miles
  • 2013 – 63,605 miles
  • 2012 – 62,460 miles
  • 2011 – 60,292 miles
  • 2010 – 58,703 miles
  • 2008 – 56,594 miles
  • 2007 – 51,244 miles
  • 2006 – 45,593 miles
  • 2005 – 39,531 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,356 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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 coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 16 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,356 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    90,356 miles
    Test number
    464661791057
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail90,356 miles (+2,940)2 dangerous2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,356 miles
    Test number
    370567956068
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass87,416 miles (+3,152)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    87,416 miles
    Test number
    326900535038
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass84,264 miles (+2,660)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    84,264 miles
    Test number
    210412251648
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass81,604 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    81,604 miles
    Test number
    996421234688
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic side covers fitted unable to check sills for corrosion

  6. Fail81,604 miles (+2,534)1 dangerous2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,604 miles
    Test number
    706312601309
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic side covers fitted unable to check sills for corrosion

  7. Pass79,070 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,070 miles
    Test number
    142413068335
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail79,070 miles (+2,926)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,070 miles
    Test number
    136134730622
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass76,144 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    76,144 miles
    Test number
    759437157961
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail76,144 miles (+2,513)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,144 miles
    Test number
    457915859636
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass73,631 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,631 miles
    Test number
    382946141882
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  12. Fail73,631 miles (+3,992)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,631 miles
    Test number
    490149091500
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  13. Pass69,639 miles (+3,231)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,639 miles
    Test number
    209644885042
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass66,408 miles (+1,632)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,408 miles
    Test number
    463410581185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,776 miles (+557)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    64,776 miles
    Test number
    424255412892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,219 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    64,219 miles
    Test number
    479759725276
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Fail64,218 miles (+113)1 failure6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,218 miles
    Test number
    767399925241
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside front brake has slight bind
    • NoteOffside front brake has slight bind

  18. Pass64,105 miles (+500)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    64,105 miles
    Test number
    665170354168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass63,605 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,605 miles
    Test number
    175217423198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  20. Fail63,605 miles (+1,145)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,605 miles
    Test number
    516003023129
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracked and perished

  21. Pass62,460 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,460 miles
    Test number
    169064752170
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f suspension creaking

  22. Fail62,460 miles (+2,168)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,460 miles
    Test number
    356941652159
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteO/s/f suspension creaking

  23. Pass60,292 miles (+1,589)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    60,292 miles
    Test number
    237751251157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass58,703 miles (+2,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,703 miles
    Test number
    463563530180
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass56,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,594 miles
    Test number
    183643328132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,594 miles (+5,350)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,594 miles
    Test number
    814693228197
    • FailureRear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

  27. Pass51,244 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2008
    Odometer
    51,244 miles
    Test number
    371534237166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail51,194 miles (+5,601)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,194 miles
    Test number
    233303217431
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass45,593 miles (+6,062)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,593 miles
    Test number
    960058916174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass39,531 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2006
    Odometer
    39,531 miles
    Test number
    192076135101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T378 RPA

Does T378 RPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T378 RPA is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T378 RPA?
The MOT on T378 RPA is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T378 RPA done?
T378 RPA was recorded at 90,356 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 2,459 miles a year.
Has T378 RPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T378 RPA has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T378 RPA 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 T378 RPA find?
T378 RPA passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; coil spring corroded all, and 10 more.

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