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Jaguar XJ

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 3,248 cc

S61 ABYMOT history

S61 ABY is a silver petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 3 Oct 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 76,980 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Oct 2027
Mileage
76,980 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,332 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S61 ABY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,248 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S61 ABY was last recorded at 76,980 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,975 miles · 21 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
2,332 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 76,980 miles
  • 2025 – 75,660 miles
  • 2024 – 73,828 miles
  • 2023 – 71,977 miles
  • 2022 – 69,931 miles
  • 2021 – 67,129 miles
  • 2020 – 65,517 miles
  • 2019 – 64,784 miles
  • 2018 – 64,382 miles
  • 2017 – 63,047 miles
  • 2015 – 60,358 miles
  • 2014 – 53,223 miles
  • 2012 – 50,990 miles
  • 2011 – 47,940 miles
  • 2010 – 43,380 miles
  • 2009 – 39,484 miles
  • 2007 – 31,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,980 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,980 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    76,980 miles
    Test number
    291160346479
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail76,975 miles (+1,315)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,975 miles
    Test number
    457584640632
    • DangerousOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass75,660 miles (+1,832)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    75,660 miles
    Test number
    555890883814
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass73,828 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    73,828 miles
    Test number
    822379576072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail73,826 miles (+1,849)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,826 miles
    Test number
    878051646254
    • DangerousOffside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass71,977 miles (+2,046)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    71,977 miles
    Test number
    496223515069
    • MinorFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body and all components coated in sealant

  7. Pass69,931 miles (+2,802)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    69,931 miles
    Test number
    740286966297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,129 miles (+1,612)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,129 miles
    Test number
    774977320938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass65,517 miles (+733)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    65,517 miles
    Test number
    475190756329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,784 miles (+402)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    64,784 miles
    Test number
    599629976387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,382 miles (+1,335)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    64,382 miles
    Test number
    549601191008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass63,047 miles (+690)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    63,047 miles
    Test number
    661404805723
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCracking i tread area of all four tyres

  13. Pass62,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    62,357 miles
    Test number
    949990699585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,357 miles (+1,999)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,357 miles
    Test number
    552058640045
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  15. Pass60,358 miles (+7,135)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    60,358 miles
    Test number
    794089155444
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass53,223 miles (+2,233)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,223 miles
    Test number
    625971664251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,990 miles (+3,050)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    50,990 miles
    Test number
    488395872206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass47,940 miles (+4,560)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    47,940 miles
    Test number
    119436371238
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass43,380 miles (+3,896)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,380 miles
    Test number
    220823950142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,484 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,484 miles
    Test number
    811208299060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail39,484 miles (+7,721)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,484 miles
    Test number
    851258999095
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass31,763 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,763 miles
    Test number
    781894827136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S61 ABY

Does S61 ABY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S61 ABY is valid until 3 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S61 ABY?
The MOT on S61 ABY is valid until 3 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S61 ABY done?
S61 ABY was recorded at 76,980 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 2,332 miles a year.
Has S61 ABY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S61 ABY has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S61 ABY 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 S61 ABY find?
S61 ABY passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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