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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,196 cc

TCL 74MOT history

TCL 74 is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 25 Apr 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 49,715 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
49,715 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TCL 74
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TCL 74 was last recorded at 49,715 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 899 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
48,816 miles · 28 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
899 miles
Average per year
2,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,715 miles
  • 2025 – 48,816 miles
  • 2024 – 47,351 miles
  • 2023 – 44,965 miles
  • 2022 – 42,701 miles
  • 2020 – 39,380 miles
  • 2019 – 36,893 miles
  • 2018 – 35,059 miles
  • 2017 – 33,442 miles
  • 2016 – 31,348 miles
  • 2015 – 29,434 miles
  • 2014 – 27,466 miles
  • 2013 – 25,273 miles
  • 2012 – 22,883 miles
  • 2011 – 19,783 miles
  • 2010 – 17,486 miles
  • 2009 – 15,384 miles
  • 2008 – 12,816 miles
  • 2007 – 10,632 miles
  • 2006 – 7,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,715 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,715 miles (+899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    49,715 miles
    Test number
    815304740473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass48,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    48,816 miles
    Test number
    413337405561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail48,816 miles (+1,465)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,816 miles
    Test number
    581207077715
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass47,351 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    47,351 miles
    Test number
    355750043978

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail47,346 miles (+2,381)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,346 miles
    Test number
    325863003530
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass44,965 miles (+2,264)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    44,965 miles
    Test number
    961334096223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass42,701 miles (+3,321)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    42,701 miles
    Test number
    142866696217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,380 miles (+2,487)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    39,380 miles
    Test number
    730045834257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,893 miles (+1,834)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    36,893 miles
    Test number
    559715401575

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass35,059 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    35,059 miles
    Test number
    384683449713
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Fail35,059 miles (+1,617)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,059 miles
    Test number
    716118361550
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass33,442 miles (+2,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    33,442 miles
    Test number
    791253581715
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass31,348 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    31,348 miles
    Test number
    261388074746
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring view of components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of components

  14. Fail31,348 miles (+1,914)2 repaired11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,348 miles
    Test number
    725237993641
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring view of components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of components

  15. Pass29,434 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,434 miles
    Test number
    837173205112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail29,434 miles (+1,968)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,434 miles
    Test number
    896793505147
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  17. Pass27,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    27,466 miles
    Test number
    636918574069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail27,466 miles (+2,193)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,466 miles
    Test number
    135607474414
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Air suspension has no suspension movement (2.4.D.5)

  19. Pass25,273 miles (+2,390)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,273 miles
    Test number
    389848173069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail22,883 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,883 miles
    Test number
    189819882013
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass22,883 miles (+3,100)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,883 miles
    Test number
    799359582043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass19,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    19,783 miles
    Test number
    205616491051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,783 miles (+2,297)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,783 miles
    Test number
    849026291030
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  24. Pass17,486 miles (+2,102)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    17,486 miles
    Test number
    724121890022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,384 miles (+2,568)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    15,384 miles
    Test number
    471877099071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass12,816 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    12,816 miles
    Test number
    382338688012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass10,632 miles (+2,657)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    10,632 miles
    Test number
    553230887029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass7,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    7,975 miles
    Test number
    460998586096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about TCL 74

What vehicle is registration TCL 74 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TCL 74 on a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 25 Apr 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does TCL 74 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TCL 74 is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on TCL 74?
The MOT on TCL 74 is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TCL 74 done?
TCL 74 was recorded at 49,715 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 2,104 miles a year.
Has TCL 74 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TCL 74 has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on TCL 74 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 TCL 74 find?
TCL 74 passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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