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Jaguar S-Type

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 2,967 cc

T478 LARMOT history

T478 LAR is a red petrol Jaguar S-Type first used on 8 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 29 Dec 2022 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 278,537 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Dec 2022
Mileage
278,537 km
At MOT on 18 Dec 2021
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 LAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
S-Type
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
8 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

T478 LAR was last recorded at 278,537 km on 18 Dec 2021, 69 km more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
278,468 km · 11 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
69 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 278,537 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass278,537 km
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryMaterial on offside =A= require removing.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass278,537 km (+69)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    278,537 km
    Test number
    528852337281
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMaterial on offside =A= require removing.

  2. Fail278,468 km1 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    278,468 km
    Test number
    573211055603
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryMaterial on offside =A= require removing.

  3. Pass164,424 miles (+6,393)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    164,424 miles
    Test number
    959190212101
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass158,031 miles (+10,347)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    158,031 miles
    Test number
    952508199424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass147,684 miles (+8,157)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    147,684 miles
    Test number
    874788278397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass139,527 miles (+11,675)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    139,527 miles
    Test number
    136553249253
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  7. Pass127,852 miles (+7,393)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    127,852 miles
    Test number
    381518174655

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass120,459 miles (+5,577)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    120,459 miles
    Test number
    217617005306
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  9. Pass114,882 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    114,882 miles
    Test number
    408698825013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail114,862 miles (+2,120)6 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,862 miles
    Test number
    987676425086
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdvise nearside rear light loose
    • NoteAdvise new wiper blades
    • NoteAdvise one horn inop
    • NoteAdvise water in offside rear light
    • NoteOil leak

  11. Pass112,742 miles (+378)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    112,742 miles
    Test number
    997281934057
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail112,364 miles (+1,318)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,364 miles
    Test number
    619518514028
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteHeadlamp patterns very poor (lenses faded)
    • NotePlay in steering column

  13. Pass111,046 miles9 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    111,046 miles
    Test number
    117191923033
    • NoteBOTH DIP BEAM PATTERNS ARE POOR
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRE PRESSURES LOOK LOW
    • NoteEXHAUST CLAMP BROKEN ON THE OSR EXHAUST
    • NoteTHE ENGINE SEEMS TO HAVE A BAD MISFIRE AT TIMES
    • NoteTHE NSF SIDE LIGHT STARTED TO WORK
    • NoteTHE OS NUMBER PLATE BULB LOOKS VERY DULL
    • NoteTHERE IS PLAY STARTING IN THE NSF AND OSF OUTER LOWER BALL JOINTS
    • NoteUNABLE TO FULLY SEE HOW LOW THE OSR OUTER BRAKE PAD IS BUT IT NEEDS CHECKING ASAP AND IT HAS WORN FAR MORE THAN THE NSR OUTER PAD
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Fail111,046 miles (+3,262)3 repaired9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,046 miles
    Test number
    756441323069
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteBOTH DIP BEAM PATTERNS ARE POOR
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRE PRESSURES LOOK LOW
    • NoteEXHAUST CLAMP BROKEN ON THE OSR EXHAUST
    • NoteTHE ENGINE SEEMS TO HAVE A BAD MISFIRE AT TIMES
    • NoteTHE NSF SIDE LIGHT STARTED TO WORK
    • NoteTHE OS NUMBER PLATE BULB LOOKS VERY DULL
    • NoteTHERE IS PLAY STARTING IN THE NSF AND OSF OUTER LOWER BALL JOINTS
    • NoteUNABLE TO FULLY SEE HOW LOW THE OSR OUTER BRAKE PAD IS BUT IT NEEDS CHECKING ASAP AND IT HAS WORN FAR MORE THAN THE NSR OUTER PAD
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Fail107,784 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,784 miles
    Test number
    205738041215
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Pass107,784 miles (+1,406)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    107,784 miles
    Test number
    416178941229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass106,378 miles (+4,165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    106,378 miles
    Test number
    730447550209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass102,213 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    102,213 miles
    Test number
    500141279274
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Fail102,213 miles (+4,157)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,213 miles
    Test number
    771401379205
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass98,056 miles (+4,176)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    98,056 miles
    Test number
    790272268236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    93,880 miles
    Test number
    841092477295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail93,880 miles (+5,730)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,880 miles
    Test number
    361710677471
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  23. Pass88,150 miles (+9,030)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    88,150 miles
    Test number
    703094536281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,120 miles (+28)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    79,120 miles
    Test number
    313233645206
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail79,092 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,092 miles
    Test number
    851575335273
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T478 LAR

Does T478 LAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T478 LAR expired on 29 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T478 LAR?
The MOT on T478 LAR expired on 29 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T478 LAR done?
T478 LAR was recorded at 278,537 km at its MOT on 18 Dec 2021.
Has T478 LAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 LAR has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on T478 LAR 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 T478 LAR find?
T478 LAR passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2021 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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