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Jaguar XJ

Bronze · Petrol · 2001 · 3,248 cc

Y285 GCEMOT history

Y285 GCE is a bronze petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 27 Jul 2001. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2022 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,929 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2022
Mileage
93,929 mi
At MOT on 18 Jan 2022
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,147 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y285 GCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Bronze
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2022
Latest MOT test
18 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y285 GCE was last recorded at 93,929 miles on 18 Jan 2022, 689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,240 miles · 8 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
689 miles
Average per year
3,147 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 93,929 miles
  • 2021 – 93,240 miles
  • 2020 – 90,444 miles
  • 2019 – 90,444 miles
  • 2018 – 88,338 miles
  • 2016 – 80,006 miles
  • 2015 – 76,581 miles
  • 2014 – 73,313 miles
  • 2013 – 69,894 miles
  • 2012 – 68,288 miles
  • 2011 – 65,684 miles
  • 2010 – 61,747 miles
  • 2009 – 58,109 miles
  • 2008 – 54,989 miles
  • 2007 – 51,806 miles
  • 2006 – 45,376 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail93,929 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch sub-frame mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sub-frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
  • AdvisoryRear sub-frame mounts corroded
  • AdvisoryUnder-body corroded
  • AdvisoryUnder-body panels fitted and engine covers

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.

  • Corrosion at nearside front and offside front inner seals - not within 30cms of any load bearing member and not affecting steering or braking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 14 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail93,929 miles (+689)5 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,929 miles
    Test number
    626714883308
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch sub-frame mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sub-frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame corroded
    • AdvisoryRear sub-frame mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-body corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder-body panels fitted and engine covers

  2. Pass93,240 miles (+2,796)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    93,240 miles
    Test number
    906956239397
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass90,444 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    90,444 miles
    Test number
    433887133385
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at nearside front and offside front inner seals - not within 30cms of any load bearing member and not affecting steering or braking

  4. Fail90,444 miles (+2,106)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,444 miles
    Test number
    105171617638
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion at nearside front and offside front inner seals - not within 30cms of any load bearing member and not affecting steering or braking

  5. Pass88,338 miles (+4,388)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,338 miles
    Test number
    827551341105
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySlight coolant leak
    • AdvisorySlight wear in both front anti roll bar links

  6. Pass83,950 miles (+3,944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,950 miles
    Test number
    738715995235
    • AdvisoryBoth front inner sill ends corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear jacking point damaged
    • AdvisorySlight play in offside rear outer suspension arm bush

  7. Pass80,006 miles (+3,425)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    80,006 miles
    Test number
    304860411746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass76,581 miles (+3,268)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    76,581 miles
    Test number
    157348544856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,313 miles (+3,414)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    73,313 miles
    Test number
    169404664314
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

  10. Pass69,899 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    69,899 miles
    Test number
    397907804005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail69,894 miles (+1,606)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,894 miles
    Test number
    559645563376
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine management light is on

  12. Pass68,288 miles (+2,604)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    68,288 miles
    Test number
    497427452260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  13. Pass65,684 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    65,684 miles
    Test number
    386298651260
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY WORN ON INNER PLUS OUTER EDGES OF TYRES
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT INNER PANEL AT TOP CORRODED
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP INNER BUSHES
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR HUB UNITS

  14. Fail65,684 miles (+3,937)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,684 miles
    Test number
    328828651430
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY WORN ON INNER PLUS OUTER EDGES OF TYRES
    • NoteNEARSIDE FRONT INNER PANEL AT TOP CORRODED
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP INNER BUSHES
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR HUB UNITS

  15. Pass61,747 miles (+3,638)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    61,747 miles
    Test number
    830663740287
    • NoteBOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED LEAVING A LIP ON DISCS
    • NoteBOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS CORRODED AT BOTTOMS OF COILS
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES SLIGHTLY WORN ON INNER EDGES OF TYRES
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED SLIGHTLY
    • NoteFRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH FRONT TOP INNER VOID BUSHES ON ARMS
    • NoteSLIGHT PLAY IN BOTH REAR HUB UNITS

  16. Pass58,109 miles (+3,120)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    58,109 miles
    Test number
    320608439472
    • NoteNearside front chassis rail corroding

  17. Pass54,989 miles (+3,183)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    54,989 miles
    Test number
    500199638227
    • NoteDamage to n/s/r jacking point
    • NoteO/s/r bump stop missing
    • NoteUnable to see inner brake pads

  18. Pass51,806 miles (+6,430)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    51,806 miles
    Test number
    944932647253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass45,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    45,376 miles
    Test number
    124806926208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y285 GCE

Does Y285 GCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y285 GCE expired on 7 Feb 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y285 GCE?
The MOT on Y285 GCE expired on 7 Feb 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y285 GCE done?
Y285 GCE was recorded at 93,929 miles at its MOT on 18 Jan 2022, an average of 3,147 miles a year.
Has Y285 GCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y285 GCE has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on Y285 GCE 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 Y285 GCE find?
Y285 GCE failed its latest MOT on 18 Jan 2022 with 5 major defects and 11 advisories: nearside front seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor; nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch sub-frame mountings, and 13 more.

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