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Jaguar XJ

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,248 cc

T418 RCEMOT history

T418 RCE is a red petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 15 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 121,311 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
121,311 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,021 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T418 RCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T418 RCE was last recorded at 121,311 miles on 13 May 2026, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,302 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
3,021 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 121,311 miles
  • 2025 – 121,302 miles
  • 2024 – 119,407 miles
  • 2023 – 118,598 miles
  • 2021 – 118,078 miles
  • 2020 – 117,204 miles
  • 2019 – 115,810 miles
  • 2018 – 115,593 miles
  • 2017 – 115,176 miles
  • 2013 – 115,044 miles
  • 2012 – 114,351 miles
  • 2011 – 113,242 miles
  • 2010 – 102,970 miles
  • 2009 – 92,617 miles
  • 2008 – 81,830 miles
  • 2007 – 71,563 miles
  • 2006 – 60,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,311 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded just meets requirements (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,311 miles (+9)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    121,311 miles
    Test number
    437565286563
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail121,302 miles (+1,895)11 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,302 miles
    Test number
    973586004479
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill excess corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive ns and os r chassis and floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass119,407 miles (+809)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    119,407 miles
    Test number
    509910689614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass118,598 miles (+520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    118,598 miles
    Test number
    792776341785
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass118,078 miles (+874)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    118,078 miles
    Test number
    100116621996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass117,204 miles (+1,394)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    117,204 miles
    Test number
    668334734260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass115,810 miles (+217)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,810 miles
    Test number
    768506738996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,593 miles (+417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    115,593 miles
    Test number
    811628664486
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  9. Pass115,176 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,176 miles
    Test number
    569805962291
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded just meets requirements (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail115,173 miles (+129)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,173 miles
    Test number
    413191278145
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded just meets requirements (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass115,044 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    115,044 miles
    Test number
    626061653171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Fail115,042 miles (+691)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,042 miles
    Test number
    538410753149
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Pass114,351 miles (+1,109)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    114,351 miles
    Test number
    618944952183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass113,242 miles (+10,272)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    113,242 miles
    Test number
    469253051155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass102,970 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    102,970 miles
    Test number
    850514740143
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front inner wings corroded

  16. Fail102,970 miles (+10,353)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,970 miles
    Test number
    934714240150
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front inner wings corroded

  17. Pass92,617 miles (+10,787)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    92,617 miles
    Test number
    230872159430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  18. Pass81,830 miles (+10,267)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    81,830 miles
    Test number
    511489748151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteCorrosion to underside of vehicle
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteGrease/oil around rear diff
    • NoteRear tyres on 2mm
    • NoteUnable to see brake pads

  19. Pass71,563 miles (+10,665)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    71,563 miles
    Test number
    680377637126
    • NoteUnable to see brake pads †o/s/f fog light broken

  20. Pass60,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    60,898 miles
    Test number
    360295736106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,898 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,898 miles
    Test number
    700335836160
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Questions about T418 RCE

Does T418 RCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T418 RCE is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T418 RCE?
The MOT on T418 RCE is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T418 RCE done?
T418 RCE was recorded at 121,311 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 3,021 miles a year.
Has T418 RCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T418 RCE has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 May 2025.
Has the mileage on T418 RCE 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 T418 RCE find?
T418 RCE passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear outer sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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