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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,196 cc

V8 SEOMOT history

V8 SEO is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 16 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 12 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 107,951 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Mar 2027
Mileage
107,951 mi
At MOT on 16 Feb 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,821 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 SEO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 SEO was last recorded at 107,951 miles on 16 Feb 2026, 3,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,581 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,370 miles
Average per year
2,821 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,951 miles
  • 2025 – 104,581 miles
  • 2024 – 100,486 miles
  • 2023 – 96,015 miles
  • 2022 – 91,173 miles
  • 2021 – 86,341 miles
  • 2020 – 84,595 miles
  • 2019 – 83,201 miles
  • 2018 – 81,090 miles
  • 2017 – 79,360 miles
  • 2016 – 77,609 miles
  • 2015 – 76,085 miles
  • 2014 – 73,989 miles
  • 2013 – 72,325 miles
  • 2012 – 70,460 miles
  • 2011 – 68,313 miles
  • 2010 – 65,637 miles
  • 2009 – 62,594 miles
  • 2008 – 59,896 miles
  • 2007 – 56,526 miles
  • 2006 – 51,956 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,951 miles
  • AdvisoryVarious patches of underside corrosion

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.

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Various underside corrosion

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

31 tests since 13 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,951 miles (+3,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    107,951 miles
    Test number
    245929330773
    • AdvisoryVarious patches of underside corrosion

  2. Pass104,581 miles (+4,095)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    104,581 miles
    Test number
    333701780327
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and Rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious underside corrosion
    • AdvisoryVarious underside metal pipes are corroded

  3. Pass100,486 miles (+4,471)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    100,486 miles
    Test number
    722537585666
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVarious metal pipes are corroded underneath
    • AdvisoryVarious underside corrosion

  4. Pass96,015 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    96,015 miles
    Test number
    442350405157
    • AdvisoryVarious metal brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryVarious underside corrosion

  5. Fail96,013 miles (+4,840)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,013 miles
    Test number
    382061127576
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside varies metal pipes are corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside varies places are corroded underneath

  6. Pass91,173 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    91,173 miles
    Test number
    999838522258
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low tread.
    • AdvisoryVarious underside corroded.

  7. Fail91,173 miles (+4,832)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,173 miles
    Test number
    825906569811
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres low tread.
    • AdvisoryVarious underside corroded.

  8. Pass86,341 miles (+1,746)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    86,341 miles
    Test number
    231133680346
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Outer Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Pass84,595 miles (+1,394)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    84,595 miles
    Test number
    276551931562
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various Pipes Front & Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral Underside Corrosion On Rear Subframe
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass83,201 miles (+2,111)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    83,201 miles
    Test number
    789444810973
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing # (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe Next To Lower Chassis Rail Rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe To Flexi Hose Rusted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing # (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass81,090 miles (+10)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    81,090 miles
    Test number
    174068882936
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Various Brake Pipes Corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryEngine Management Light On
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre Perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Perished

  12. Fail81,080 miles (+1,720)8 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,080 miles
    Test number
    955525019636
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bush dust cover split (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bush dust cover split (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Bush dust cover split (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracked but not showing cords or ply
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Bush cover split (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection under vehicle
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  13. Pass79,360 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    79,360 miles
    Test number
    718618786404
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded under the bonnet going to the abs pump (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are cracking/perishing
    • AdvisoryEngine covers, under trays and sill covers fitted obscuring some components

  14. Fail79,359 miles (+1,750)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,359 miles
    Test number
    270108301967
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ***upper & lower dust covers*** (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ***rear track arm*** (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ***rear track arm*** (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perishing
    • AdvisoryFuel tank straps corroding
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass77,609 miles (+1)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    77,609 miles
    Test number
    696766214922
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre inner wall cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt inner joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  16. Fail77,608 miles (+1,523)1 failure9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,608 miles
    Test number
    537596957215
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged split (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre inner wall cracking slightly
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  17. Pass76,085 miles (+4)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    76,085 miles
    Test number
    185625665062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteSlight lift from nearside rear wheel with suspension hanging down

  18. Fail76,081 miles (+2,092)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,081 miles
    Test number
    296942065007
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth offside front,especially;& rear tyres cracking
    • NoteFuel tank straps corroded
    • NoteSlight lift from nearside rear wheel with suspension hanging down

  19. Pass73,989 miles (+1,664)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    73,989 miles
    Test number
    389133164028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly cracking
    • NoteFuel tank strap corroded
    • NoteHandbrake release slightly sticky
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly

  20. Fail72,325 miles1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,325 miles
    Test number
    555852273035
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split on ends
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking slightly

  21. Pass72,325 miles (+1,865)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    72,325 miles
    Test number
    889572273018
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth wiper blades split on ends
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking slightly

  22. Pass70,460 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    70,460 miles
    Test number
    857651512129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail70,450 miles (+2,137)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,450 miles
    Test number
    716366392058
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  24. Pass68,313 miles (+2,676)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    68,313 miles
    Test number
    646005391004
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteBonnet release lever very stiff
    • NoteBoth rear brake brake discs slightly corroded
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low on tread
    • NoteVery slight play in n/s/r suspension/bearing area

  25. Pass65,637 miles (+3,043)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    65,637 miles
    Test number
    483447170000
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass62,594 miles (+2,698)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    62,594 miles
    Test number
    113191899408
    • NoteN/s/f wiperblade split
    • NoteRear indicator bulbs starting to fade

  27. Pass59,896 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    59,896 miles
    Test number
    922199598033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePower steering rack leaking fluid

  28. Fail59,896 miles (+3,370)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,896 miles
    Test number
    172198998479
    • FailureNearside 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePower steering rack leaking fluid

  29. Pass56,526 miles (+2)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,526 miles
    Test number
    232453997037
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight oil around nearside steering rack area

  30. Fail56,524 miles (+4,568)1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,524 miles
    Test number
    732692997082
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NotePower steering oil around nearside rack gaitor,leak possible?

  31. Pass51,956 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    51,956 miles
    Test number
    300323206108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 SEO

Does V8 SEO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 SEO is valid until 12 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 SEO?
The MOT on V8 SEO is valid until 12 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 SEO done?
V8 SEO was recorded at 107,951 miles at its MOT on 16 Feb 2026, an average of 2,821 miles a year.
Has V8 SEO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 SEO has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on V8 SEO 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 V8 SEO find?
V8 SEO passed its latest MOT on 16 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: various patches of underside corrosion.

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