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Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 2,967 cc

V38 DDYMOT history

V38 DDY is a blue petrol Jaguar S-Type first used on 27 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 62,663 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2023
Mileage
62,663 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2022
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V38 DDY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
S-Type
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V38 DDY was last recorded at 62,663 miles on 2 Mar 2022, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
62,657 miles · 23 Feb 2022
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 62,663 miles
  • 2019 – 62,365 miles
  • 2018 – 59,826 miles
  • 2017 – 59,736 miles
  • 2016 – 58,110 miles
  • 2014 – 46,717 miles
  • 2013 – 46,306 miles
  • 2012 – 43,126 miles
  • 2011 – 39,219 miles
  • 2009 – 34,758 miles
  • 2008 – 31,310 miles
  • 2007 – 29,301 miles
  • 2006 – 28,474 miles
  • 2005 – 27,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,663 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sillsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Both front tyres worn on edges

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Both front tyres sidewalls damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Corrosion to inner and outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • BOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WORN TO LIMITS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • BOTH REAR TYRES ARE PERISHING

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,663 miles (+6)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    62,663 miles
    Test number
    313796596810
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sills

  2. Fail62,657 miles (+292)8 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,657 miles
    Test number
    951363879797
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer track rod end ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner and outer ball joint dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt outer track rod end ball joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt inner and outer ball joint dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner sills

  3. Pass62,365 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    62,365 miles
    Test number
    992051282549
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres sidewalls damaged
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner and outer sills
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  4. Fail62,320 miles (+2,494)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,320 miles
    Test number
    987412536153
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres sidewalls damaged
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to inner and outer sills
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  5. Pass59,826 miles (+66)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    59,826 miles
    Test number
    374095343231
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges

  6. Fail59,760 miles (+24)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,760 miles
    Test number
    641754937792
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail59,736 miles (+1,626)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,736 miles
    Test number
    734653220763
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt close to excessive (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside windscreen wiper blade seriously deteriorated (unable to check due to washers not working)

  8. Pass58,110 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    58,110 miles
    Test number
    369296470066
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WORN TO LIMITS
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES ARE PERISHING
    • AdvisoryNEAR SIDE FRONT BOTTOM BALL JOINT IS WORN TO LIMITS
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION BUSHES AND GAITORS ARE STARTING TO PERISH

  9. Fail58,108 miles (+11,391)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,108 miles
    Test number
    485934839221
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBOTH FRONT TYRES ARE WORN TO LIMITS
    • AdvisoryBOTH REAR TYRES ARE PERISHING
    • AdvisoryNEAR SIDE FRONT BOTTOM BALL JOINT IS WORN TO LIMITS
    • AdvisorySUSPENSION BUSHES AND GAITORS ARE STARTING TO PERISH

  10. Pass46,717 miles (+411)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,717 miles
    Test number
    665289824189
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Fail46,306 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,306 miles
    Test number
    528479993084
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  12. Pass46,306 miles (+3,180)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    46,306 miles
    Test number
    678229893035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,126 miles
    Test number
    559963462027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,126 miles (+3,907)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,126 miles
    Test number
    137973962029
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  15. Pass39,219 miles (+4,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    39,219 miles
    Test number
    329857511087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass34,758 miles (+3,448)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    34,758 miles
    Test number
    521571049314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass31,310 miles (+2,009)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,310 miles
    Test number
    253634348396
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  18. Pass29,301 miles (+827)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    29,301 miles
    Test number
    440564147317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,474 miles (+1,386)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    28,474 miles
    Test number
    494125746305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,088 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,088 miles
    Test number
    402922245468
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass27,088 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    27,088 miles
    Test number
    561802445324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V38 DDY

Does V38 DDY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V38 DDY expired on 1 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V38 DDY?
The MOT on V38 DDY expired on 1 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V38 DDY done?
V38 DDY was recorded at 62,663 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2022, an average of 2,192 miles a year.
Has V38 DDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V38 DDY has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on V38 DDY 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 V38 DDY find?
V38 DDY passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2022 with 10 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside rear; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 7 more.

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