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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 2,967 cc

S5 FBYMOT history

S5 FBY is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 7 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 118,433 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2025.

S5 FBY blue Jaguar Xj – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar Xj, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2026
Mileage
118,433 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2025
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 FBY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 FBY was last recorded at 118,433 miles on 3 Nov 2025, 1,107 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,326 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,107 miles
Average per year
6,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,433 miles
  • 2024 – 117,326 miles
  • 2023 – 114,447 miles
  • 2022 – 112,266 miles
  • 2020 – 110,296 miles
  • 2019 – 106,593 miles
  • 2018 – 101,869 miles
  • 2017 – 96,500 miles
  • 2016 – 91,505 miles
  • 2015 – 85,279 miles
  • 2014 – 80,054 miles
  • 2013 – 72,451 miles
  • 2012 – 54,996 miles
  • 2011 – 45,770 miles
  • 2010 – 34,155 miles
  • 2009 – 21,245 miles
  • 2008 – 10,719 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,433 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 9 Jan 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,433 miles (+1,107)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    118,433 miles
    Test number
    562447387024
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass117,326 miles (+345)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    117,326 miles
    Test number
    494846416460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,981 miles (+2,534)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    116,981 miles
    Test number
    580812752806
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront track rod end corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,447 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    114,447 miles
    Test number
    628060833446
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail114,447 miles (+2,181)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,447 miles
    Test number
    625745479072
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not extinguish all main beam headlamps leaving at least one pair of dipped beam headlamps (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass112,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    112,266 miles
    Test number
    726331462431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail112,266 miles (+1,970)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,266 miles
    Test number
    256549512788
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass110,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    110,296 miles
    Test number
    295687112869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail110,296 miles (+3,703)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,296 miles
    Test number
    718785406048
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at front (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass106,593 miles (+4,724)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    106,593 miles
    Test number
    603894594659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Play in steering rack inner joint(s) outer joint rubber slightly deteriated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cut outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass101,869 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    101,869 miles
    Test number
    846647181674
    • AdvisoryOil leaks under car

  12. Fail101,869 miles (+5,369)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,869 miles
    Test number
    876938606652
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks under car

  13. Pass96,500 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    96,500 miles
    Test number
    523132567543
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAir suspension fault light on
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  14. Fail96,500 miles (+4,995)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,500 miles
    Test number
    352509429436
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear at rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryAir suspension fault light on
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads getting low

  15. Pass91,505 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    91,505 miles
    Test number
    907583287975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail91,505 miles (+6,226)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,505 miles
    Test number
    805305529959
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass85,279 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    85,279 miles
    Test number
    429200869606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail85,276 miles (+5,222)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,276 miles
    Test number
    222041046612
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front part of front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault air bag (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryAir suspension faulty

  19. Pass80,054 miles (+229)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    80,054 miles
    Test number
    235673424361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inside edges

  20. Fail79,825 miles (+7,374)3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,825 miles
    Test number
    617254414327
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inside edges

  21. Pass72,451 miles (+6,897)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    72,451 miles
    Test number
    705188313398
    • NoteNearside rear tyre scrubbing off on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre scrubbing off on inner edge

  22. Pass65,554 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    65,554 miles
    Test number
    317426413047
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail65,549 miles (+10,553)1 dangerous1 failure2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,549 miles
    Test number
    709086413044
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass54,996 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    54,996 miles
    Test number
    368379702070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir suspension fault shown on dash

  25. Fail54,996 miles (+9,226)2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,996 miles
    Test number
    387589402013
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAir suspension fault shown on dash

  26. Fail45,770 miles3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,770 miles
    Test number
    105467211032
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/F & O/S/F wiper blades slightly split

  27. Pass45,770 miles (+11,615)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    45,770 miles
    Test number
    565257711052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/S/F & O/S/F wiper blades slightly split

  28. Pass34,155 miles (+12,910)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,155 miles
    Test number
    572358810030
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre going bald on the inside edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre going bald on the inside edge

  29. Pass21,245 miles (+10,526)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    21,245 miles
    Test number
    534487609008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass10,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    10,719 miles
    Test number
    734809508084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 FBY

Does S5 FBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 FBY is valid until 3 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S5 FBY?
The MOT on S5 FBY is valid until 3 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 FBY done?
S5 FBY was recorded at 118,433 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2025, an average of 6,045 miles a year.
Has S5 FBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 FBY has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S5 FBY 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 S5 FBY find?
S5 FBY passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: central rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; oil leak, but not excessive.

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