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Jaguar XF

Red · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

V18 BVSMOT history

V18 BVS is a red diesel Jaguar XF first used on 30 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 144,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

V18 BVS red Jaguar Xf – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar Xf, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
144,221 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V18 BVS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XF
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
30 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V18 BVS was last recorded at 144,221 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 1,308 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,913 miles · 24 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,308 miles
Average per year
8,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,221 miles
  • 2025 – 142,913 miles
  • 2024 – 141,360 miles
  • 2023 – 140,445 miles
  • 2022 – 139,598 miles
  • 2021 – 137,016 miles
  • 2020 – 131,066 miles
  • 2019 – 121,826 miles
  • 2018 – 108,461 miles
  • 2017 – 93,778 miles
  • 2016 – 78,013 miles
  • 2015 – 67,106 miles
  • 2014 – 50,281 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,221 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm 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.

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Both sides front wipers smeary

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 24 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,221 miles (+1,308)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    144,221 miles
    Test number
    814644238501
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass142,913 miles (+1,553)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    142,913 miles
    Test number
    790694522080
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower and upper (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass141,360 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    141,360 miles
    Test number
    663387673458
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail141,358 miles (+913)1 dangerous2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,358 miles
    Test number
    115477582763
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 225/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front wipers smeary
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,445 miles (+847)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    140,445 miles
    Test number
    411734112521
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass139,598 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    139,598 miles
    Test number
    953638312181
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Fail139,598 miles (+2,582)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,598 miles
    Test number
    198575513532
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255/35/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  8. Pass137,016 miles (+5,950)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    137,016 miles
    Test number
    548997452564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,066 miles (+9,240)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    131,066 miles
    Test number
    652686572508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,826 miles (+13,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    121,826 miles
    Test number
    491450398407
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass108,461 miles (+14,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    108,461 miles
    Test number
    184567680720
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass93,778 miles (+15,765)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    93,778 miles
    Test number
    560155594741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass78,013 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    78,013 miles
    Test number
    490523325500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  14. Fail78,013 miles (+10,907)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,013 miles
    Test number
    210483753139
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm inner bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  15. Pass67,106 miles (+16,825)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    67,106 miles
    Test number
    945567976855
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit @ 1.6mm in the centre (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine under-tray is damaged and insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has slight damage to the outer side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front tyres are wearing on the inner edges
    • AdvisorySlight wear on front brake discs

  16. Pass50,281 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,281 miles
    Test number
    377117364287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about V18 BVS

Does V18 BVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V18 BVS is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V18 BVS?
The MOT on V18 BVS is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V18 BVS done?
V18 BVS was recorded at 144,221 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 8,133 miles a year.
Has V18 BVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V18 BVS has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on V18 BVS 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 V18 BVS find?
V18 BVS passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 5 more.

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