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Jaguar XJ

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 3,555 cc

V12 HJSMOT history

V12 HJS is a grey petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 9 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 97,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
97,449 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V12 HJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,555 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
9 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V12 HJS was last recorded at 97,449 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 6,179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Sept 2015: 54,577 miles, lower than 59,576 miles on 16 Sept 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
91,270 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,179 miles
Average per year
4,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,449 miles
  • 2025 – 91,270 miles
  • 2024 – 87,521 miles
  • 2023 – 85,550 miles
  • 2021 – 82,643 miles
  • 2020 – 75,619 miles
  • 2019 – 71,991 miles
  • 2018 – 70,585 miles
  • 2017 – 69,080 miles
  • 2016 – 64,964 miles
  • 2015 – 59,577 miles
  • 2014 – 53,890 miles
  • 2013 – 49,235 miles
  • 2012 – 44,463 miles
  • 2011 – 40,696 miles
  • 2010 – 37,062 miles
  • 2009 – 34,201 miles
  • 2008 – 27,505 miles
  • 2007 – 20,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,449 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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.

  • Engine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,449 miles (+6,179)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    97,449 miles
    Test number
    687265798943
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  2. Pass91,270 miles (+3,749)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    91,270 miles
    Test number
    186075024421
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And perishing (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass87,521 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    87,521 miles
    Test number
    590937580279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail87,521 miles (+1,971)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,521 miles
    Test number
    884069253557
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass85,550 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    85,550 miles
    Test number
    505386315017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,550 miles (+2,907)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,550 miles
    Test number
    406000542104
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass82,643 miles (+7,024)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    82,643 miles
    Test number
    411435177595
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe covered in underseal

  8. Pass75,619 miles (+3,628)
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    75,619 miles
    Test number
    521243897212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,991 miles (+1,406)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    71,991 miles
    Test number
    362938821037
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 suspension struts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass70,585 miles (+1,505)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    70,585 miles
    Test number
    537472672564
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 suspension struts corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement banana arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement banana arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass69,080 miles (+4,116)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    69,080 miles
    Test number
    201762952765
    • AdvisoryEngine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded under wheel arch (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement banana arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement banana arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass64,964 miles (+5,387)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,964 miles
    Test number
    918714556521
    • AdvisoryEngine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement banana arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre distorted on inner tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement banana arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryWiper rubbers split

  13. Pass59,577 miles (+5,000)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    59,577 miles
    Test number
    801820506130
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s/f
    • AdvisoryEngine and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection.
    • AdvisorySub - frame corroded but not seriously weakened front
    • AdvisorySub- frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear

  14. Pass54,577 miles (-4,999)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    54,577 miles
    Test number
    110294273256
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail59,576 miles (+5,686)11 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,576 miles
    Test number
    857101063263
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded under bonnet going to Abs unit (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine and underside covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass53,890 miles (+4,655)15 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,890 miles
    Test number
    745251934248
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass49,235 miles (+1)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    49,235 miles
    Test number
    917022563230
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNsr tyre and Osr tyre perished on sidewalls
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail49,234 miles (+4,771)3 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,234 miles
    Test number
    388891463446
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNsr tyre and Osr tyre perished on sidewalls
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass44,463 miles (+3,767)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    44,463 miles
    Test number
    956751062216
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass40,696 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,696 miles
    Test number
    967182461257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,695 miles (+3,633)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,695 miles
    Test number
    119059451201
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteNsr tyre on 2mm
    • NoteOsr tyre on 3mm

  22. Pass37,062 miles (+2,861)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,062 miles
    Test number
    971788350248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass34,201 miles (+6,696)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    34,201 miles
    Test number
    630132759264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,505 miles (+6,650)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,505 miles
    Test number
    473461468252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,855 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,855 miles
    Test number
    974964857289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V12 HJS

Does V12 HJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V12 HJS is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V12 HJS?
The MOT on V12 HJS is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V12 HJS done?
V12 HJS was recorded at 97,449 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 4,133 miles a year.
Has V12 HJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V12 HJS has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on V12 HJS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Sept 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V12 HJS find?
V12 HJS passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake disc worn, but not excessively.

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