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Jaguar XJ

Grey · Petrol · 1998 · 3,248 cc

S33 XJSMOT history

S33 XJS is a grey petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 22 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
117,026 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,494 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 XJS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
22 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 XJS was last recorded at 117,026 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,816 miles · 19 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
210 miles
Average per year
1,494 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,026 miles
  • 2024 – 116,816 miles
  • 2023 – 116,693 miles
  • 2022 – 116,376 miles
  • 2021 – 115,798 miles
  • 2019 – 115,172 miles
  • 2018 – 113,570 miles
  • 2017 – 112,338 miles
  • 2016 – 111,023 miles
  • 2015 – 109,464 miles
  • 2014 – 105,540 miles
  • 2013 – 104,853 miles
  • 2010 – 102,197 miles
  • 2009 – 101,801 miles
  • 2008 – 95,766 miles
  • 2007 – 89,686 miles
  • 2006 – 87,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,026 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,026 miles (+210)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    117,026 miles
    Test number
    668049171471
    • AdvisoryFront Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass116,816 miles (+123)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    116,816 miles
    Test number
    761194073554
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sil (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass116,693 miles (+317)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,693 miles
    Test number
    457559594096
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass116,376 miles (+578)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    116,376 miles
    Test number
    378534568537
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside and offside front (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass115,798 miles (+626)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,798 miles
    Test number
    988292932158
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,172 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    115,172 miles
    Test number
    275709680419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,071 miles (+1,501)5 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,071 miles
    Test number
    219203510270
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective Silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass113,570 miles (+1,232)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    113,570 miles
    Test number
    852250391160
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass112,338 miles (+1,315)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,338 miles
    Test number
    210389520129
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake slightly binding
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges

  10. Pass111,023 miles (+1,559)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    111,023 miles
    Test number
    233209508048
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S front inner wing (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has minor damage

  11. Pass109,464 miles (+127)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    109,464 miles
    Test number
    865629765121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteVehicles underside corroded

  12. Fail109,337 miles (+3,797)1 dangerous5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,337 miles
    Test number
    176573955174
    • DangerousDriver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail105,540 miles1 repaired8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,540 miles
    Test number
    528695814145
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NoteRear discs pitted
    • NoteRear flexi hose ferrels corroded
    • NoteSome corrsoion to n/s/f inner arch - chassis
    • NoteVehicle underside corroded in some areas
    • NoteN/s/f metal brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing low

  14. Pass105,540 miles (+687)8 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    105,540 miles
    Test number
    779065014122
    • NoteFront discs pitted
    • NoteRear discs pitted
    • NoteRear flexi hose ferrels corroded
    • NoteSome corrsoion to n/s/f inner arch - chassis
    • NoteVehicle underside corroded in some areas
    • NoteN/s/f metal brake pipe slightly corroded
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing low

  15. Pass104,853 miles (+28)1 advisory10 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    104,853 miles
    Test number
    927805483057
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteTemporary fuel cap fitted
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded
    • NoteMany areas under vehicle corroded
    • NoteN/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • NoteN/s/f lower shock bush well worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre out of shape
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting low and worn on edges
    • NoteO/s/r light unit damaged
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished and getting low on inner edge
    • NoteWipers poor

  16. Fail104,825 miles (+2,628)5 failures9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,825 miles
    Test number
    345867933017
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteAll brake discs corroded
    • NoteMany areas under vehicle corroded
    • NoteN/s/f brake pipe corroded
    • NoteN/s/f lower shock bush well worn
    • NoteN/s/f tyre out of shape
    • NoteN/s/r tyre getting low and worn on edges
    • NoteO/s/r light unit damaged
    • NoteO/s/r tyre perished an getting low on inner edge
    • NoteWiper poor

  17. Pass102,197 miles (+396)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    102,197 miles
    Test number
    360807420006
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Upper Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Fail101,801 miles (+6,035)2 failures1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,801 miles
    Test number
    993016559302
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail95,766 miles7 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,766 miles
    Test number
    142068358386
    • Repaired at testCentre Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass95,766 miles (+6,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    95,766 miles
    Test number
    430058258492
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass89,686 miles (+2,110)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    89,686 miles
    Test number
    664250527315
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brakes slightly imbalanced, 16% difference
    • NoteRear bumper slightly insecure, o/s

  22. Pass87,576 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    87,576 miles
    Test number
    590337526271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail87,552 miles2 failures2 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,552 miles
    Test number
    463547016206
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteFront number plate cracked
    • NoteFront screen chiped and wiper mark in center lower area
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear sub fram mounts delaminated
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear tyres on limits
    • NotePlay in o/s and n/s rear hubs
    • NotePlay in u/j by steering rack

Questions about S33 XJS

Does S33 XJS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 XJS is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 XJS?
The MOT on S33 XJS is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 XJS done?
S33 XJS was recorded at 117,026 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 1,494 miles a year.
Has S33 XJS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 XJS has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jul 2019.
Has the mileage on S33 XJS 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 S33 XJS find?
S33 XJS passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: front integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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