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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,967 cc

T491 BJOMOT history

T491 BJO is a blue petrol Jaguar S-Type first used on 3 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 84,309 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Sept 2023
Mileage
84,309 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T491 BJO
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
3 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

T491 BJO was last recorded at 84,309 miles on 10 Aug 2023, 962 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,347 miles · 2 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
962 miles
Average per year
2,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 84,309 miles
  • 2022 – 83,347 miles
  • 2021 – 81,963 miles
  • 2020 – 80,367 miles
  • 2019 – 79,414 miles
  • 2018 – 78,298 miles
  • 2017 – 76,397 miles
  • 2016 – 74,343 miles
  • 2015 – 71,162 miles
  • 2013 – 67,856 miles
  • 2012 – 63,443 miles
  • 2011 – 59,659 miles
  • 2009 – 55,009 miles
  • 2008 – 44,855 miles
  • 2006 – 37,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail84,309 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill around sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill around sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Handbrake lever has little reserve travel.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail84,309 miles (+962)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,309 miles
    Test number
    657758919979
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill around sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill around sub frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass83,347 miles (+84)5 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    83,347 miles
    Test number
    587358189826
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  3. Fail83,263 miles (+1,300)2 major5 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,263 miles
    Test number
    330502642599
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

  4. Pass81,963 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    81,963 miles
    Test number
    278782030292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear subframe has a repair (welded plates)
    • AdvisoryEngine has small leak of oil
    • AdvisorySteering rack has a small leak

  5. Fail81,963 miles (+51)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,963 miles
    Test number
    780349362301
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt heat from welding subframe appears to have made rubber boot brittle and caused it to break up (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear subframe has a repair (welded plates)
    • AdvisoryEngine has small leak of oil
    • AdvisorySteering rack has a small leak

  6. Fail81,912 miles (+1,545)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,912 miles
    Test number
    621530227729
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine has a leak of oil
    • AdvisorySteering rack has small leak
    • AdvisoryUnder body corrosion
    • AdvisoryUnderside covered in mud

  7. Pass80,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,367 miles
    Test number
    331840895878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail80,367 miles (+953)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,367 miles
    Test number
    781061471447
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorTyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  9. Pass79,414 miles (+1,116)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,414 miles
    Test number
    974156592884
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass78,298 miles (+1,901)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    78,298 miles
    Test number
    879252858301
    • AdvisoryFront number plate assembly is insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber lower bearing dust covers split and no longer prevent the ingress of dirt or water
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper suspension arm rear inner rose / ball joint bearing dust covers split and no longer prevent the ingress of dirt or water
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to wear low on tread
    • AdvisoryRear parking break only just met the minimum standards

  11. Pass76,397 miles (+2,054)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    76,397 miles
    Test number
    514704185254
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has minor damage to the outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside rear shock absorber lower bearing mounting dust covers have split.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear upper tie bar inner bearing mounting dust covers deteriorating

  12. Pass74,343 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,343 miles
    Test number
    208009169203
    • AdvisoryDust covers on nearside rear shock lower bearing very badly deteriorated.

  13. Fail74,334 miles (+17)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,334 miles
    Test number
    839544775981
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt BOTH ends (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryDust covers on nearside rear shock lower bearing very badly deteriorated.

  14. Fail74,317 miles (+3,155)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,317 miles
    Test number
    149628718927
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt from hub to subframe (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt hub to subframe (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCould not test centre seat belt
    • AdvisoryFront number plate loose
    • AdvisoryOffside exhaust silencer clamp broken

  15. Pass71,162 miles (+3,306)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,162 miles
    Test number
    299461205187
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass67,856 miles (+4,413)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    67,856 miles
    Test number
    188175413035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass63,443 miles (+3,784)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,443 miles
    Test number
    956491112099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,659 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    59,659 miles
    Test number
    468089011027
    • NoteFront brake pads low.
    • NoteRear off side brake pads low.

  19. Fail59,659 miles (+4,650)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,659 miles
    Test number
    198949211486
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • NoteFront brake pads low.
    • NoteRear off side brake pads low.

  20. Pass55,009 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    55,009 miles
    Test number
    821273949377
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION SWIVEL WORN/HAS PLAY IN IT TO THE LIMIT.
    • NoteFront brake pads getting ;low.
    • NoteNear side front suspension lower swivel has very slight play in it,

  21. Fail55,009 miles (+5,621)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,009 miles
    Test number
    212903549344
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteOFF SIDE FRONT LOWER SUSPENSION SWIVEL WORN/HAS PLAY IN IT TO THE LIMIT.
    • NoteFront brake pads getting ;low.
    • NoteNear side front suspension lower swivel has very slight play in it,

  22. Pass49,388 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    49,388 miles
    Test number
    334624119034
    • NoteExhaust system is corroded
    • NoteOffside front inner wheel arch has now been refitted as best it could. There is damage to the bumper section which secures the arch and I would recommend front bumper replacement or further repairs
    • NoteSlight difference in the increase/decrease on the rear brakes
    • NoteUnable to clearly see the inner brake pads

  23. Fail49,388 miles (+4,533)2 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,388 miles
    Test number
    350932519094
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteExhaust system is corroded
    • NoteOffside front inner wheel arch trim needs refitting
    • NoteSlight difference in the increase/decrease on the rear brakes
    • NoteSlight play in steering column
    • NoteUnable to clearly see the inner brake pads

  24. Pass44,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    44,855 miles
    Test number
    160467818089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail44,855 miles (+7,529)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,855 miles
    Test number
    652577318059
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteDoor shuts are covered
    • NoteEngine covers in place
    • NoteOuter sills are covered

  26. Pass37,326 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    37,326 miles
    Test number
    593801586191
    • NoteOff/side inner wing panel slightly lose
    • NoteStrongly advise sticker near too sweepof wiper

Questions about T491 BJO

Does T491 BJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T491 BJO expired on 8 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T491 BJO?
The MOT on T491 BJO expired on 8 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T491 BJO done?
T491 BJO was recorded at 84,309 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2023, an average of 2,746 miles a year.
Has T491 BJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T491 BJO has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on T491 BJO 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 T491 BJO find?
T491 BJO failed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2023 with 5 major defects and 5 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 7 more.

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