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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,720 cc

C5 AVWMOT history

C5 AVW is a blue diesel Jaguar XJ first used on 29 Jul 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 31 MOT tests, with 103,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

C5 AVW blue Jaguar Xj – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar Xj, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Aug 2027
Mileage
103,375 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
21 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 AVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Jul 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 AVW was last recorded at 103,375 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jun 2017: 62,559 miles, lower than 62,660 miles on 6 Sept 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
103,374 miles · 6 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
4,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,375 miles
  • 2025 – 99,424 miles
  • 2024 – 94,829 miles
  • 2023 – 89,799 miles
  • 2022 – 85,309 miles
  • 2021 – 80,058 miles
  • 2020 – 75,352 miles
  • 2019 – 72,649 miles
  • 2018 – 68,037 miles
  • 2017 – 62,589 miles
  • 2016 – 62,660 miles
  • 2015 – 61,652 miles
  • 2014 – 60,882 miles
  • 2013 – 59,765 miles
  • 2012 – 54,633 miles
  • 2011 – 50,171 miles
  • 2010 – 47,298 miles
  • 2009 – 42,950 miles
  • 2008 – 30,767 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,375 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective nsf and osf (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Rear radius arm gaiters deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

31 tests since 1 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,375 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    103,375 miles
    Test number
    281127132577
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective nsf and osf (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail103,374 miles (+3,950)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,374 miles
    Test number
    390390001470
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective nsf and osf (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass99,424 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    99,424 miles
    Test number
    872059645543
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail99,422 miles (+4,593)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,422 miles
    Test number
    626321324421
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Shock mounting bush/rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorSuspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (Rear axle) Both rear track control rods, also slight freeplay (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Shock mounting bush/rose joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass94,829 miles (+5,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    94,829 miles
    Test number
    248439044071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass89,799 miles (+4,490)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,799 miles
    Test number
    297351658635
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Rear of) front to rear pipes (next to fuel tank) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear radius arm gaiters deteriorated

  7. Pass85,309 miles (+5,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    85,309 miles
    Test number
    344146001324
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (Rear of) front to rear pipes (next to fuel tank) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront offside tyre cracking/perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And tyre cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear radius arm gaiters deteriorated

  8. Pass80,058 miles (+50)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    80,058 miles
    Test number
    333061057008
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes have been greased
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking/perishing in tread - nearside is worse
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear radius arm gaiters deteriorated

  9. Fail80,008 miles (+4,656)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,008 miles
    Test number
    760364199780
    • MajorBrake hose ferrule excessively corroded Both front and both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres cracking/perishing in tread - nearside is worse
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear radius arm gaiters deteriorated

  10. Pass75,352 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,352 miles
    Test number
    563796074311
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside front to rear pipe in plastic securing clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear radius arm dust covers slightly deteriorated

  11. Fail75,352 miles (+2,703)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,352 miles
    Test number
    445673326820
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Offside front to rear pipe in plastic securing clip (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear radius arm dust covers slightly deteriorated

  12. Pass72,649 miles (+4,612)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,649 miles
    Test number
    536388579552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has some side wall cracking and may require changing soon
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has some side wall cracking and may require changing soon

  13. Pass68,037 miles (+5,448)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    68,037 miles
    Test number
    166581694244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass62,589 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    62,589 miles
    Test number
    445410573753
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  15. Fail62,586 miles (+27)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,586 miles
    Test number
    711620123632
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded offside and nearside front to rears from abs pump to joint (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  16. Fail62,559 miles (-101)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,559 miles
    Test number
    198755803198
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x2 at the front bulkhead (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass62,660 miles (+417)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,660 miles
    Test number
    218303460038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail62,243 miles (+591)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,243 miles
    Test number
    994218563559
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass61,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    61,652 miles
    Test number
    291082717098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail61,652 miles (+770)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,652 miles
    Test number
    915090948335
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  21. Pass60,882 miles (+1,117)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    60,882 miles
    Test number
    615259514288
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteBoth front tyre inner wall cracking

  22. Pass59,765 miles (+5,132)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,765 miles
    Test number
    528139093185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass54,633 miles (+222)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    54,633 miles
    Test number
    106172812253
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner wall has 2 deep cracks but not reaching cords or wires
    • NoteOffside rear tyre feathering on inner edge

  24. Fail54,411 miles (+2,952)2 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,411 miles
    Test number
    355202602412
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner wall has 2 deep cracks but not reaching cords or wires
    • NoteOffside rear tyre feathering on inner edge

  25. Pass51,459 miles (+1,288)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    51,459 miles
    Test number
    695105392006
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  26. Pass50,171 miles (+2,873)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,171 miles
    Test number
    316376481234
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSLIGHT WEAR AT REAR BRAKE DISCS.

  27. Pass47,298 miles (+4,348)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    47,298 miles
    Test number
    603182770260
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteScrew in left hand rear tyre

  28. Pass42,950 miles (+1,979)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    42,950 miles
    Test number
    283234679275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass40,971 miles (+10,204)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    40,971 miles
    Test number
    834029689122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass30,767 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    30,767 miles
    Test number
    602354618298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail30,767 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,767 miles
    Test number
    310794818205
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about C5 AVW

Does C5 AVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 AVW is valid until 16 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 AVW?
The MOT on C5 AVW is valid until 16 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 AVW done?
C5 AVW was recorded at 103,375 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 4,030 miles a year.
Has C5 AVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 AVW has failed 10 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on C5 AVW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Jun 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on C5 AVW find?
C5 AVW passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective nsf and osf; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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