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Jaguar XJS

Green · Petrol · 1990 · 5,343 cc

MBW 647MOT history

MBW 647 is a green petrol Jaguar XJS first used on 31 Dec 1990. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 78,423 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Aug 2027
Mileage
78,423 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MBW 647
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJS
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,343 cc
Year of manufacture
1990
First used
31 Dec 1990
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MBW 647 was last recorded at 78,423 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
78,397 miles · 2 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,423 miles
  • 2025 – 77,828 miles
  • 2024 – 77,477 miles
  • 2019 – 77,470 miles
  • 2018 – 77,447 miles
  • 2017 – 77,385 miles
  • 2016 – 77,290 miles
  • 2015 – 77,240 miles
  • 2014 – 77,144 miles
  • 2013 – 77,033 miles
  • 2012 – 76,957 miles
  • 2011 – 76,808 miles
  • 2010 – 76,700 miles
  • 2009 – 76,583 miles
  • 2008 – 76,313 miles
  • 2007 – 76,051 miles
  • 2006 – 75,583 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,423 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defectiveRecorded 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.

  • Coil spring corroded all coil springs

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine auto box and rear diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Steering rack leaking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Small oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass78,423 miles (+26)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    78,423 miles
    Test number
    496517697912
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective

  2. Fail78,397 miles (+569)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,397 miles
    Test number
    843409020642
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to steering rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Gearbox mounting defective

  3. Pass77,828 miles (+17)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    77,828 miles
    Test number
    481957804523
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine auto box and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking

  4. Fail77,811 miles (+334)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,811 miles
    Test number
    291447888182
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coil springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine auto box and rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking

  5. Pass77,477 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    77,477 miles
    Test number
    269315245924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail77,477 miles (+7)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,477 miles
    Test number
    371309744222
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))

  7. Pass77,470 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,470 miles
    Test number
    801572290149
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak

  8. Pass77,447 miles (+62)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    77,447 miles
    Test number
    731720657895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySmall oil leak

  9. Pass77,385 miles (+95)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    77,385 miles
    Test number
    390661159198
    • AdvisoryOil leak small leaks

  10. Pass77,290 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,290 miles
    Test number
    750994521208
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass77,240 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    77,240 miles
    Test number
    387332719300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail77,230 miles (+86)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,230 miles
    Test number
    644900492109
    • FailureNearside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement drop link (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass77,144 miles (+111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    77,144 miles
    Test number
    437855044239
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass77,033 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    77,033 miles
    Test number
    159637123267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass76,957 miles (+149)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,957 miles
    Test number
    118580132241
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass76,808 miles (+108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,808 miles
    Test number
    189134441289
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass76,700 miles (+117)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    76,700 miles
    Test number
    263837230262
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass76,583 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    76,583 miles
    Test number
    414509239205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,313 miles (+262)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,313 miles
    Test number
    660358348267

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass76,051 miles (+468)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    76,051 miles
    Test number
    651797347263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass75,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    75,583 miles
    Test number
    263793146290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MBW 647

What vehicle is registration MBW 647 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MBW 647 on a green petrol Jaguar XJS first used on 31 Dec 1990. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MBW 647 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MBW 647 is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on MBW 647?
The MOT on MBW 647 is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MBW 647 done?
MBW 647 was recorded at 78,423 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 142 miles a year.
Has MBW 647 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MBW 647 has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on MBW 647 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 MBW 647 find?
MBW 647 passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: front power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage to steering rack; nearside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; offside front lower shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush, and 3 more.

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