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Jaguar XJ

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

T65 VYGMOT history

T65 VYG is a red petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 142,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2026
Mileage
142,759 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,119 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T65 VYG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T65 VYG was last recorded at 142,759 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 4,644 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,115 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
4,644 miles
Average per year
2,119 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,759 miles
  • 2025 – 138,115 miles
  • 2024 – 133,026 miles
  • 2023 – 128,336 miles
  • 2022 – 127,461 miles
  • 2021 – 127,041 miles
  • 2020 – 126,979 miles
  • 2019 – 126,782 miles
  • 2018 – 126,703 miles
  • 2017 – 126,568 miles
  • 2016 – 126,403 miles
  • 2015 – 126,299 miles
  • 2014 – 126,078 miles
  • 2013 – 125,748 miles
  • 2012 – 121,851 miles
  • 2011 – 117,871 miles
  • 2010 – 115,039 miles
  • 2009 – 111,153 miles
  • 2008 – 106,133 miles
  • 2007 – 104,277 miles
  • 2006 – 99,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail142,759 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front inner seal holed in wheel arch
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated slight play (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated slight play (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail142,759 miles (+4,644)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,759 miles
    Test number
    502903992973
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner seal holed in wheel arch
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated slight play (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated slight play (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass138,115 miles (+5,089)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    138,115 miles
    Test number
    761219393889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass133,026 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    133,026 miles
    Test number
    998214165485
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail133,026 miles (+4,690)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,026 miles
    Test number
    515734946408
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perishing (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass128,336 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    128,336 miles
    Test number
    350481182491
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing age related surface corrosion and undersealed applied

  6. Fail128,315 miles (+854)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,315 miles
    Test number
    655137538878
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed due to age related cracking DOT marked 28/04 225/60R16 98W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed due to age related cracking DOT marked 28/04 225/60R16 98W (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle showing age related surface corrosion and undersealed applied

  7. Pass127,461 miles (+420)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    127,461 miles
    Test number
    778655841074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing at Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All Arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing at Tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass127,041 miles (+62)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    127,041 miles
    Test number
    468944151246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass126,979 miles (+197)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    126,979 miles
    Test number
    272747501296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass126,782 miles (+79)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    126,782 miles
    Test number
    163528320723

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass126,703 miles (+135)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    126,703 miles
    Test number
    473950064569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass126,568 miles (+165)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    126,568 miles
    Test number
    202292529100
    • AdvisoryFront brake pipes slightly rusty
    • AdvisorySlight lift near side front bottom ball joint
    • AdvisorySlight oil on steering pump

  13. Pass126,403 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    126,403 miles
    Test number
    610230181305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail126,383 miles (+84)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,383 miles
    Test number
    241102576455
    • FailureEmissions not tested engine blown top hose (7.3.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bushes/wheel bearing slight wear
    • AdvisoryFront and rear coil spring corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass126,299 miles (+221)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    126,299 miles
    Test number
    347582865152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass126,078 miles (+330)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    126,078 miles
    Test number
    928243234142
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass125,748 miles (+5)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    125,748 miles
    Test number
    846870133149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail125,743 miles (+3,892)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,743 miles
    Test number
    518099203106
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside 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 Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass121,851 miles (+3,980)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    121,851 miles
    Test number
    196926632176
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low
    • NoteGeneral underbody corrosion

  20. Pass117,871 miles (+2,832)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2012
    Odometer
    117,871 miles
    Test number
    326568441144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass115,039 miles (+3,886)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    115,039 miles
    Test number
    704582800301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  22. Pass111,153 miles (+5,020)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    111,153 miles
    Test number
    651706069123
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  23. Pass106,133 miles (+1,856)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    106,133 miles
    Test number
    141045858129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass104,277 miles (+4,786)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    104,277 miles
    Test number
    300795757197
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low

  25. Pass99,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    99,491 miles
    Test number
    541380246050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T65 VYG

Does T65 VYG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T65 VYG expired on 13 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T65 VYG?
The MOT on T65 VYG expired on 13 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T65 VYG done?
T65 VYG was recorded at 142,759 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 2,119 miles a year.
Has T65 VYG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T65 VYG has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on T65 VYG 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 T65 VYG find?
T65 VYG failed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 1 major defect and 7 advisories: offside front subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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