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Jaguar XK

Maroon · Petrol · 1956 · 3,400 cc

TGH 143MOT history

TGH 143 is a maroon petrol Jaguar XK first used on 25 Jul 1956. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 23,573 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Sept 2027
Mileage
23,573 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
320 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
TGH 143
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK
Colour
Maroon
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1956
First used
25 Jul 1956
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

TGH 143 was last recorded at 23,573 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 86 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Apr 2015: 2,163 miles, lower than 21,063 miles on 15 Apr 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
23,487 miles · 5 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
86 miles
Average per year
320 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 23,573 miles
  • 2025 – 23,487 miles
  • 2024 – 23,313 miles
  • 2023 – 23,078 miles
  • 2022 – 22,805 miles
  • 2021 – 22,671 miles
  • 2020 – 22,414 miles
  • 2019 – 22,152 miles
  • 2015 – 2,163 miles
  • 2012 – 19,906 miles
  • 2011 – 19,318 miles
  • 2010 – 18,733 miles
  • 2008 – 18,328 miles
  • 2007 – 17,852 miles
  • 2006 – 17,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass23,573 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive multiple (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-rubber.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Inner tyre wearing on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d rubber

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass23,573 miles (+86)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    23,573 miles
    Test number
    631073111483
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive multiple (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass23,487 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    23,487 miles
    Test number
    337844495896
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive multiple (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre wearing on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail23,482 miles (+169)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,482 miles
    Test number
    314174548342
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive multiple (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner tyre wearing on edge

  4. Pass23,313 miles (+235)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    23,313 miles
    Test number
    506145160237
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D rubber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass23,078 miles (+273)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    23,078 miles
    Test number
    437446101604
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Multiple from engine, transmission and differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-rubber. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged All perished at base. (5.2.3 (j))

  6. Pass22,805 miles (+134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    22,805 miles
    Test number
    844636526615
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive Engine and transmission. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-rubber. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryValve stem slightly damaged All slightly perished at base. (5.2.3 (j))

  7. Pass22,671 miles (+257)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    22,671 miles
    Test number
    374520913521
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-rubber. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass22,414 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    22,414 miles
    Test number
    936650489408
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail22,407 miles (+255)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,407 miles
    Test number
    487146755175
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass22,152 miles (+19,989)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    22,152 miles
    Test number
    416171356882

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass2,163 miles (-18,900)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    2,163 miles
    Test number
    547858415122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail21,063 miles (+1,157)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,063 miles
    Test number
    858145705104
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass19,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    19,906 miles
    Test number
    946545742077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail19,906 miles (+588)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,906 miles
    Test number
    197715442424
    • FailureNearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  15. Pass19,318 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    19,318 miles
    Test number
    725853551005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail19,303 miles (+570)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,303 miles
    Test number
    709679141097
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureFront brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

  17. Pass18,733 miles (+405)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    18,733 miles
    Test number
    301493930015
    • NoteSlight lift n/s steering rack

  18. Pass18,328 miles (+476)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    18,328 miles
    Test number
    960643548346
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBrakes pull slightly to the right

  19. Pass17,852 miles (+635)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    17,852 miles
    Test number
    420473507354
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s lower ball joint castle type nut /nut lock tighted on

  20. Pass17,217 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    17,217 miles
    Test number
    153076796266
    • NoteHandbrake just passed and holds on hill
    • NoteN/s steering rack gaiter spliting inner fixing
    • NoteSlight play on front wheel bearings

  21. Fail17,217 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,217 miles
    Test number
    880846796284
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Track rod end ball pin shank loose (2.2.B.1c)
    • NoteHandbrake just passed and holds on hill
    • NoteN/s steering rack gaiter spliting inner fixing
    • NoteSlight play on front wheel bearings

Questions about TGH 143

What vehicle is registration TGH 143 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show TGH 143 on a maroon petrol Jaguar XK first used on 25 Jul 1956. 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 TGH 143 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on TGH 143 is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on TGH 143?
The MOT on TGH 143 is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has TGH 143 done?
TGH 143 was recorded at 23,573 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 320 miles a year.
Has TGH 143 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. TGH 143 has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on TGH 143 ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Apr 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on TGH 143 find?
TGH 143 passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front oil leak, but not excessive multiple; nearside front inner play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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