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Jaguar XJ

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

V720 KNOMOT history

V720 KNO is a silver petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 10 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 123,439 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jul 2024
Mileage
123,439 mi
At MOT on 19 Aug 2025
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V720 KNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
10 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V720 KNO was last recorded at 123,439 miles on 19 Aug 2025, 75 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,364 miles · 11 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
75 miles
Average per year
4,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,439 miles
  • 2023 – 123,364 miles
  • 2021 – 123,027 miles
  • 2020 – 122,703 miles
  • 2019 – 119,940 miles
  • 2018 – 115,795 miles
  • 2017 – 111,126 miles
  • 2016 – 106,482 miles
  • 2015 – 99,605 miles
  • 2014 – 93,298 miles
  • 2013 – 88,991 miles
  • 2012 – 77,535 miles
  • 2011 – 66,666 miles
  • 2010 – 51,652 miles
  • 2009 – 35,257 miles
  • 2008 – 33,807 miles
  • 2006 – 31,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail123,439 miles
  • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust blow and engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
  • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing/chassis by front subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion to the floors, inner sills and chassis
  • AdvisoryNoise from the rear wheels/brakes
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside heavily waxed

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake pipe mount area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail123,439 miles (+75)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,439 miles
    Test number
    897367571560
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Exhaust blow and engine misfire (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wing/chassis by front subframe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvanced corrosion to the floors, inner sills and chassis
    • AdvisoryNoise from the rear wheels/brakes
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing/chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside heavily waxed

  2. Pass123,364 miles (+337)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    123,364 miles
    Test number
    535849322892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,027 miles (+324)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    123,027 miles
    Test number
    305519479827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,703 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    122,703 miles
    Test number
    603300919034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake pipe mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Fail122,703 miles (+1)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,703 miles
    Test number
    768781984732
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive brake pipe mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail122,702 miles (+2,762)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,702 miles
    Test number
    104565883255
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near brake pipe mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass119,940 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    119,940 miles
    Test number
    562057286348
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail119,940 miles (+4,145)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,940 miles
    Test number
    691848489373
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass115,795 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    115,795 miles
    Test number
    448248741671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail115,795 miles (+4,669)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,795 miles
    Test number
    703038115118
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass111,126 miles (+4,644)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    111,126 miles
    Test number
    582940747723
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass106,482 miles (+6,877)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    106,482 miles
    Test number
    811034678367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail99,605 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,605 miles
    Test number
    139775355195
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  14. Pass99,605 miles (+6,307)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    99,605 miles
    Test number
    765375255126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  15. Pass93,298 miles (+4,307)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,298 miles
    Test number
    506687854177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,991 miles (+189)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    88,991 miles
    Test number
    525224353261
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight kerb damage not to the cords

  17. Fail88,802 miles (+11,267)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,802 miles
    Test number
    648457543277
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has slight kerb damage not to the cords

  18. Pass77,535 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    77,535 miles
    Test number
    396529242264
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteFront o/s and n/s swat belts slow to retract
    • NoteSome end float in rear drive shafts

  19. Fail77,509 miles (+10,843)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,509 miles
    Test number
    888579342299
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteFront o/s and n/s swat belts slow to retract
    • NoteSome end float in rear drive shafts

  20. Pass66,666 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,666 miles
    Test number
    115865541293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  21. Fail66,608 miles (+14,956)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,608 miles
    Test number
    418914541214
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass51,652 miles (+36)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    51,652 miles
    Test number
    931055740211
    • NoteNearside front seat belt not fully retracting
    • NoteOffside rear tyre tread low on inner egde

  23. Fail51,616 miles (+16,359)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,616 miles
    Test number
    824270440289
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNearside front seat belt not fully retracting

  24. Fail35,257 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,257 miles
    Test number
    582210549237
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

  25. Pass35,257 miles (+1,450)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    35,257 miles
    Test number
    773900649232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass33,807 miles (+2,175)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    33,807 miles
    Test number
    522915838230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass31,632 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,632 miles
    Test number
    400633866251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about V720 KNO

Does V720 KNO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V720 KNO expired on 10 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V720 KNO?
The MOT on V720 KNO expired on 10 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V720 KNO done?
V720 KNO was recorded at 123,439 miles at its MOT on 19 Aug 2025, an average of 4,854 miles a year.
Has V720 KNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V720 KNO has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on V720 KNO 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 V720 KNO find?
V720 KNO failed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2025 with 6 major defects and 4 advisories: driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended.; emissions unable to be completed exhaust blow and engine misfire; exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases, and 7 more.

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