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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

488 KRRMOT history

488 KRR is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 16 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 91,263 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
91,263 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
31
19 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,292 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
488 KRR
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
16 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

488 KRR was last recorded at 91,263 miles on 12 May 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,250 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
2,292 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 91,263 miles
  • 2025 – 89,831 miles
  • 2024 – 89,618 miles
  • 2022 – 87,755 miles
  • 2021 – 86,093 miles
  • 2019 – 83,388 miles
  • 2018 – 82,049 miles
  • 2017 – 81,281 miles
  • 2016 – 78,876 miles
  • 2015 – 76,194 miles
  • 2014 – 73,636 miles
  • 2013 – 71,043 miles
  • 2012 – 66,595 miles
  • 2011 – 63,616 miles
  • 2010 – 59,963 miles
  • 2009 – 57,747 miles
  • 2008 – 54,411 miles
  • 2007 – 50,375 miles
  • 2006 – 44,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass91,263 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output main beam reflector in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass91,263 miles (+13)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    91,263 miles
    Test number
    822593330867
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail91,250 miles (+1,419)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,250 miles
    Test number
    949847784013
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass89,831 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    89,831 miles
    Test number
    117449518679
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output main beam reflector in poor condition (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Fail89,828 miles (+210)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,828 miles
    Test number
    665669556428
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output main beam reflector in poor condition (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass89,618 miles (+11)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    89,618 miles
    Test number
    680593198683
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Fail89,607 miles (+1,852)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,607 miles
    Test number
    754705669034
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  7. Pass87,755 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    87,755 miles
    Test number
    881914176889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail87,750 miles (+1,657)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,750 miles
    Test number
    852194548262
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective advise wipers smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass86,093 miles (+2,705)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2022
    Odometer
    86,093 miles
    Test number
    411887191163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass83,388 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    83,388 miles
    Test number
    225399646527
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Fail83,388 miles (+1,339)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,388 miles
    Test number
    749787380326
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass82,049 miles (+768)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,049 miles
    Test number
    853177075614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,281 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    81,281 miles
    Test number
    972306377080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail81,246 miles (+2,370)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,246 miles
    Test number
    918943910536
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has sidewall damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel arch corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel arch corroded

  15. Pass78,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,876 miles
    Test number
    708773376497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,876 miles (+2,682)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,876 miles
    Test number
    598797858763
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureStop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass76,194 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    76,194 miles
    Test number
    386839095078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail76,194 miles (+2,558)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,194 miles
    Test number
    196668295017
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

  19. Pass73,636 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    73,636 miles
    Test number
    186478004066
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteRusty around near side and off side rear subframe mounts

  20. Fail73,636 miles (+2,593)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,636 miles
    Test number
    525918104056
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNear side dippedbeam low out put
    • NoteRusty around near side and off side rear subframe mounts

  21. Pass71,043 miles (+4,448)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    71,043 miles
    Test number
    466411913045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass66,595 miles (+2,979)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    66,595 miles
    Test number
    716718832089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust system slightly corroded
    • NoteSlight corrosion to chassis rails at rear and floorpan in places

  23. Pass63,616 miles (+3,653)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    63,616 miles
    Test number
    558238031083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,963 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    59,963 miles
    Test number
    563876720020
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Fail59,956 miles (+2,209)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,956 miles
    Test number
    702246720040
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Pass57,747 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    57,747 miles
    Test number
    122373119070
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail57,747 miles (+3,336)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,747 miles
    Test number
    552413519032
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass54,411 miles (+4,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,411 miles
    Test number
    961939728035
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass50,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,375 miles
    Test number
    244800587057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail50,375 miles (+5,482)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,375 miles
    Test number
    624329277097
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteUneven wear to both front tyres

  31. Pass44,893 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    44,893 miles
    Test number
    191606846010
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about 488 KRR

What vehicle is registration 488 KRR currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 488 KRR on a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 16 Jan 1998. 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 488 KRR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 488 KRR is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 488 KRR?
The MOT on 488 KRR is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 488 KRR done?
488 KRR was recorded at 91,263 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 2,292 miles a year.
Has 488 KRR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 488 KRR has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on 488 KRR 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 488 KRR find?
488 KRR passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 2 advisories: offside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill; offside rear wheel bearing has slight play.

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