1481D - JAGUAR XJS
MOT: Not validGB
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The Jaguar XJS, often referred to simply as the XJS, is a grand tourer that epitomises British luxury and craftsmanship. Manufactured by Jaguar Cars from 1975 to 1996, it was introduced as a successor to the E-Type, blending elegant design with impressive performance. Known for its sleek, elongated silhouette and refined interior, the XJS was available with a range of V12 engines, offering smooth power delivery and a comfortable ride. Its production spanned over two decades, reflecting Jaguar’s commitment to quality and innovation during that period. The XJS remains a notable model in Jaguar’s history, celebrated for its distinctive styling and enduring appeal among enthusiasts and collectors alike.
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 26 MOT tests
This 1989 Jaguar XJS (registration 1481D) is finished in blue and features a 5343cc petrol engine. It has recorded a mileage of 131,064 miles. The vehicle's latest MOT test was conducted on 17 May 2023; however, the MOT is currently not valid. Notable advisories include slight play in both front wheel bearings, corrosion on the offside front coil spring, and seepage from the power steering pipe. The steering column exhibits excessive movement, and the parking brake efficiency is below requirements. The headlamps are slightly affected by the rear fog lamp switch. The vehicle is currently SORN and has no CO2 emissions data available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
26
Passed Tests
16
Failed Tests
10
Latest Test
Failed
Failed - 17 May 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 131,064 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Both headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp switch
- Advisory Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From rack (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Passed - 13 May 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 130,743 mi
Expires: 12 May 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Both headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp switch
- Advisory Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 10 May 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 130,743 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Both headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp switch
- Advisory Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 10 May 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 129,989 mi
Expires: 09 May 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Both headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp application
- Advisory Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Failed - 05 May 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 129,987 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Steering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
- Major Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Both headlamps slightly affected by rear fog lamp application
- Advisory Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
- Advisory Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 03 July 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 129,141 mi
Expires: 02 January 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory slight fluid leak from steering rack
- Advisory Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 02 May 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 128,627 mi
Expires: 01 May 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory slight play nearside upper rear suspension
Failed - 20 April 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 128,609 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
- Major Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
- Major Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory slight play nearside upper rear suspension
Passed - 09 May 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 128,024 mi
Expires: 03 June 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Advisory battery charge warning light illuminated. alternator belt missing.
Passed - 05 May 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 127,138 mi
Expires: 03 June 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Passed - 04 June 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 126,351 mi
Expires: 03 June 2016
Passed - 01 May 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 125,629 mi
Expires: 30 April 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 05 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,177 mi
Expires: 13 March 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 05 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,177 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
- Major Offside Front Mechanical brake component locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 14 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 120,231 mi
Expires: 13 March 2013
Passed - 11 February 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,828 mi
Expires: 10 February 2012
Failed - 10 February 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,828 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Major Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
Passed - 18 August 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,270 mi
Expires: 13 September 2010
Failed - 18 August 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 117,270 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Horn not working (1.6.2a)
Passed - 04 September 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,875 mi
Expires: 13 September 2009
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Failed - 02 September 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,873 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
Passed - 07 September 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,089 mi
Expires: 13 September 2008
Failed - 29 August 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 114,087 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Major Offside Outer Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- Major Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
Passed - 30 August 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 111,014 mi
Expires: 13 September 2007
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
- Advisory Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
Passed - 09 September 2005
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 106,018 mi
Expires: 13 September 2006
Failed - 05 September 2005
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 106,018 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
- Major Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Major Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Major Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 1481D?
The vehicle's MOT status is Not valid.
What is the tax status of 1481D?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of 1481D?
This is a 1989 JAGUAR XJS in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 5343cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 1481D?
Environmental data not available for this vehicle.