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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,248 cc

V88 RCGMOT history

V88 RCG is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 88,486 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jan 2027
Mileage
88,486 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V88 RCG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V88 RCG was last recorded at 88,486 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 3,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,181 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,305 miles
Average per year
3,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,486 miles
  • 2024 – 85,181 miles
  • 2022 – 78,812 miles
  • 2021 – 75,679 miles
  • 2020 – 72,847 miles
  • 2019 – 70,626 miles
  • 2018 – 66,984 miles
  • 2017 – 62,729 miles
  • 2016 – 60,534 miles
  • 2015 – 54,511 miles
  • 2014 – 51,460 miles
  • 2013 – 49,063 miles
  • 2012 – 46,917 miles
  • 2011 – 44,592 miles
  • 2010 – 41,804 miles
  • 2009 – 38,188 miles
  • 2008 – 33,359 miles
  • 2007 – 28,954 miles
  • 2006 – 23,999 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,486 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has slight corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 1 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,486 miles (+3,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    88,486 miles
    Test number
    227366140911
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has slight corrosion

  2. Pass85,181 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    85,181 miles
    Test number
    494515752303
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has slight corrosion

  3. Fail85,181 miles (+3,251)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,181 miles
    Test number
    835302309890
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle has slight corrosion

  4. Pass81,930 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    81,930 miles
    Test number
    913459005013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail81,927 miles (+3,115)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,927 miles
    Test number
    708571348753
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass78,812 miles (+3,133)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,812 miles
    Test number
    326580197023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,679 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,679 miles
    Test number
    381971935222
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail75,678 miles (+2,831)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,678 miles
    Test number
    220042701079
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass72,847 miles (+2,221)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    72,847 miles
    Test number
    880411441793
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface rust on front and rear suspension arms and crossmembers.

  10. Pass70,626 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    70,626 miles
    Test number
    722794806650
    • AdvisoryN/s front bottom ball joint rubber split
    • AdvisoryN/s front chassis rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play in rear wheel bearings
    • AdvisoryWear in o/s front shock absorber bush

  11. Fail70,617 miles (+3,633)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,617 miles
    Test number
    397586353919
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Fuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s front chassis rusty
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear bearings
    • AdvisoryWear in o/s front lower shock absorber bush

  12. Pass66,984 miles (+4,255)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    66,984 miles
    Test number
    818460619056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,729 miles (+2,195)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,729 miles
    Test number
    712517619971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass60,534 miles (+6,023)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,534 miles
    Test number
    802401619018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass54,511 miles (+743)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    54,511 miles
    Test number
    719365521043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,768 miles (+2,308)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    53,768 miles
    Test number
    495291215237
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass51,460 miles (+2,397)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    51,460 miles
    Test number
    428616914265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • 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

  18. Pass49,063 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,063 miles
    Test number
    317974703412
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  19. Fail49,038 miles (+2,121)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,038 miles
    Test number
    106108493161
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass46,917 miles (+2,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    46,917 miles
    Test number
    989026022226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass44,592 miles (+2,788)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    44,592 miles
    Test number
    555497521216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,804 miles (+3,616)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    41,804 miles
    Test number
    664593820218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,188 miles (+4,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    38,188 miles
    Test number
    782169729278
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  24. Pass33,359 miles (+4,405)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,359 miles
    Test number
    470484608212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,954 miles (+4,955)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    28,954 miles
    Test number
    540386007283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass23,999 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    23,999 miles
    Test number
    652853416217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V88 RCG

Does V88 RCG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V88 RCG is valid until 2 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V88 RCG?
The MOT on V88 RCG is valid until 2 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V88 RCG done?
V88 RCG was recorded at 88,486 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 3,328 miles a year.
Has V88 RCG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V88 RCG has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on V88 RCG 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 V88 RCG find?
V88 RCG passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; underside of vehicle has slight corrosion.

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