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Jaguar XJ

Grey · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

V642 ECKMOT history

V642 ECK is a grey petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 29 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 11 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 31,444 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Nov 2025
Mileage
31,444 mi
At MOT on 12 Nov 2024
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
V642 ECK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V642 ECK was last recorded at 31,444 miles on 12 Nov 2024, 11 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Nov 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 May 2009: 242 miles, lower than 64,871 miles on 5 Jun 2008.

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
31,433 miles · 5 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
11 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 31,444 miles
  • 2023 – 22,439 miles
  • 2022 – 17,853 miles
  • 2021 – 17,373 miles
  • 2020 – 14,145 miles
  • 2019 – 9,870 miles
  • 2018 – 7,125 miles
  • 2016 – 7,024 miles
  • 2015 – 6,452 miles
  • 2014 – 6,087 miles
  • 2013 – 5,283 miles
  • 2012 – 4,612 miles
  • 2011 – 3,567 miles
  • 2010 – 2,976 miles
  • 2009 – 242 miles
  • 2008 – 64,871 miles
  • 2006 – 61,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass31,444 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Both wheel arches corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin ***Strongly Advise Replacement*** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inside edge 225/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryVehicle has a lot of surface corrosion on, front, rear suspension components, chassis, structure and sub structureRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • General under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 6 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass31,444 miles (+11)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    31,444 miles
    Test number
    254006779811
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin ***Strongly Advise Replacement*** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inside edge 225/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has a lot of surface corrosion on, front, rear suspension components, chassis, structure and sub structure

  2. Fail31,433 miles (+8,994)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,433 miles
    Test number
    221296358187
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner chassis holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Both wheel arches corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin ***Strongly Advise Replacement*** (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on the inside edge 225/60/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has a lot of surface corrosion on, front, rear suspension components, chassis, structure and sub structure

  3. Pass22,439 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    22,439 miles
    Test number
    277156335562
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipe sealed near Cat. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has a lot of surface corrosion on, front, rear suspension components, chassis, structure and sub structure

  4. Fail22,439 miles (+4,586)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,439 miles
    Test number
    408917957707
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Bulb refitted correctly (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working Bulb replaced (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Downpipe sealed near Cat. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has a lot of surface corrosion on, front, rear suspension components, chassis, structure and sub structure

  5. Pass17,853 miles (+480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    17,853 miles
    Test number
    763206317513
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All round (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underside corrosion
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass17,373 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    17,373 miles
    Test number
    268406630931
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail17,373 miles (+11)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,373 miles
    Test number
    210950354203
    • MajorFront Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting two places (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Service brake imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail17,362 miles (+3,217)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,362 miles
    Test number
    183809621523
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryHole o/s/f chassis leg

  9. Pass14,145 miles (+4,275)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    14,145 miles
    Test number
    324896415055
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass9,870 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    9,870 miles
    Test number
    770510504454
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail9,870 miles (+2,745)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,870 miles
    Test number
    100619165610
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions Rotational (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis - marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play Tie rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass7,125 miles (+101)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    7,125 miles
    Test number
    816674455172
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNsf chassis corroded.
    • AdvisoryOsf inner wing corroded.

  13. Pass7,024 miles (+572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    7,024 miles
    Test number
    594318913124
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass6,452 miles (+365)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    6,452 miles
    Test number
    657174734743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass6,087 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    6,087 miles
    Test number
    235850994252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Fail6,087 miles (+804)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    6,087 miles
    Test number
    978978884215
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass5,283 miles (+671)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    5,283 miles
    Test number
    268353183265
    • NoteCorrosion both front lower inner wing to floor

  18. Pass4,612 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    4,612 miles
    Test number
    587285172261
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail4,612 miles (+1,045)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,612 miles
    Test number
    799205172224
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass3,567 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    3,567 miles
    Test number
    837719261200
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge and on limits.

  21. Fail3,567 miles (+591)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,567 miles
    Test number
    316959961465
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge and on limits.

  22. Pass2,976 miles (+2,734)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    2,976 miles
    Test number
    731552670295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front inner wing corrosion
    • NoteOffside and nearside chassis corrosion
    • NoteRear subframe bushes worn

  23. Pass242 miles (-64,629)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    242 miles
    Test number
    383019139186
    • NoteCorrosion nearside front inner wing offside front chassis area

  24. Pass64,871 miles (+3,073)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    64,871 miles
    Test number
    352327158154
    • NoteNearside front inner arch/chassis corroded,coolant stains on engine/water pump area,all suspension components bushes perished,slight corrosion on exhaust system,slight wear on front discs

  25. Pass61,798 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    61,798 miles
    Test number
    192750246361
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear hubs slight play
    • NoteFront discs corroded on edges

Questions about V642 ECK

Does V642 ECK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V642 ECK expired on 11 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V642 ECK?
The MOT on V642 ECK expired on 11 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V642 ECK done?
V642 ECK was recorded at 31,444 miles at its MOT on 12 Nov 2024.
Has V642 ECK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V642 ECK has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on V642 ECK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V642 ECK find?
V642 ECK passed its latest MOT on 12 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; front both wheel arches corroded; front brake pad(s) wearing thin ***strongly advise replacement***, and 2 more.

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