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Jaguar XJ

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 3,248 cc

V53 LVHMOT history

V53 LVH is a black petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 15 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jul 2022 and it has passed 13 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 5 Jul 2022
Mileage
89,722 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2022
MOT tests
27
13 passed · 14 failed
Per year
2,955 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V53 LVH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
15 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

V53 LVH was last recorded at 89,722 miles on 29 Jun 2022, 1,261 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,461 miles · 6 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
1,261 miles
Average per year
2,955 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 89,722 miles
  • 2021 – 88,461 miles
  • 2020 – 88,022 miles
  • 2019 – 86,948 miles
  • 2018 – 85,449 miles
  • 2016 – 83,822 miles
  • 2015 – 83,067 miles
  • 2014 – 75,232 miles
  • 2013 – 57,780 miles
  • 2012 – 57,568 miles
  • 2011 – 57,015 miles
  • 2009 – 55,602 miles
  • 2008 – 49,912 miles
  • 2007 – 46,056 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail89,722 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch/chassis/shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre sill to floor holed & corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust co emissions only just met
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to various areas and suspension
  • AdvisoryNearside rear outer wheel arch corroded

What MOT failures 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Corrosion to various areas to include floors, sills, rear chassis

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail89,722 miles (+1,261)15 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,722 miles
    Test number
    818446421727
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch/chassis/shocker mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre sill to floor holed & corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength axle mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust co emissions only just met
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to various areas and suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside rear outer wheel arch corroded

  2. Pass88,461 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,461 miles
    Test number
    376110296025
    • AdvisoryCoddotion to o/side rear wing
    • AdvisoryO/side inner track rod end arm has some play
    • AdvisoryVehicle is heavile underseald incuding brake pipes

  3. Fail88,453 miles (+431)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,453 miles
    Test number
    566014863544
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arche (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to all areas
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear sub frame bush slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive petrol pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront of vehicle under sealed

  4. Pass88,022 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    88,022 miles
    Test number
    307719763760
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to various areas to include floors, sills, rear chassis

  5. Fail88,022 miles (+1,074)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,022 miles
    Test number
    871717784707
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to various areas to include floors, sills, rear chassis

  6. Pass86,948 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    86,948 miles
    Test number
    193584907460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail86,946 miles (+8)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,946 miles
    Test number
    351509798520
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  8. Fail86,938 miles (+1,489)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,938 miles
    Test number
    397869693237
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor to sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength footwell (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass85,449 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    85,449 miles
    Test number
    368182549000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail85,448 miles (+1,626)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,448 miles
    Test number
    384339580056
    • DangerousOffside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass83,822 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    83,822 miles
    Test number
    126621698737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,822 miles (+755)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,822 miles
    Test number
    932579207842
    • FailureBody or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings both front inner sills (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings outer sill (6.1.B.2)

  13. Pass83,067 miles (+7,835)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    83,067 miles
    Test number
    888413828365
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded offside and nearside front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front inner wing bottoms corroded and holed but not in a prescribed area
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking
    • AdvisorySuspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive offside and nearside front inner wings (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryUpper stop lamp removed

  14. Pass75,232 miles (+10)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    75,232 miles
    Test number
    428782054242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front inner sills corroded and holed but not in a prescribed area
    • NoteUpper stop lamp removed

  15. Fail75,222 miles (+17,442)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,222 miles
    Test number
    136554734286
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOffside and nearside front inner sill corroded and holed but not in a prescribed area

  16. Pass57,780 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    57,780 miles
    Test number
    626841633227
    • NoteScreen chipped in zone a

  17. Fail57,780 miles (+212)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,780 miles
    Test number
    305977223217
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • NoteScreen chipped in zone a

  18. Pass57,568 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    57,568 miles
    Test number
    587749942249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteOffside door mirror slightly insecure

  19. Fail57,568 miles (+553)4 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,568 miles
    Test number
    148138142251
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureSteering column universal joint has excessive play (2.1.5)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside door mirror slightly insecure

  20. Pass57,015 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    57,015 miles
    Test number
    959633721201
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged but read able

  21. Fail57,015 miles (+1,413)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,015 miles
    Test number
    418053321283
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFront number plate slightly damaged but read able

  22. Pass55,602 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    55,602 miles
    Test number
    393700009326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail55,602 miles (+5,690)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,602 miles
    Test number
    732970009333
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass49,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    49,912 miles
    Test number
    824612608362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail49,912 miles (+3,856)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,912 miles
    Test number
    402017498207
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Pass46,056 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    46,056 miles
    Test number
    540142407388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail46,047 miles4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,047 miles
    Test number
    691411467209
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Lower Steering column universal joint insecure (2.1.5)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V53 LVH

Does V53 LVH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V53 LVH expired on 5 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V53 LVH?
The MOT on V53 LVH expired on 5 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V53 LVH done?
V53 LVH was recorded at 89,722 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2022, an average of 2,955 miles a year.
Has V53 LVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V53 LVH has failed 14 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on V53 LVH 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 V53 LVH find?
V53 LVH failed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2022 with 15 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside front inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch/chassis/shocker mount; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill to floor; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch, and 15 more.

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