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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 3,995 cc

683 AXKMOT history

683 AXK is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT is valid until 10 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 89,937 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Dec 2026
Mileage
89,937 mi
At MOT on 11 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
683 AXK
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

683 AXK was last recorded at 89,937 miles on 11 Dec 2025, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,920 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
2,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,937 miles
  • 2023 – 89,904 miles
  • 2022 – 89,295 miles
  • 2021 – 89,178 miles
  • 2020 – 88,008 miles
  • 2019 – 84,891 miles
  • 2018 – 82,415 miles
  • 2017 – 79,507 miles
  • 2016 – 77,352 miles
  • 2015 – 74,406 miles
  • 2014 – 73,035 miles
  • 2013 – 69,596 miles
  • 2012 – 67,623 miles
  • 2011 – 62,648 miles
  • 2010 – 58,501 miles
  • 2009 – 54,260 miles
  • 2008 – 49,699 miles
  • 2007 – 45,070 miles
  • 2006 – 41,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,937 miles
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Both front wipers smearing slightly

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Surface corrosion to majority of suspension components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,937 miles (+17)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    89,937 miles
    Test number
    669792222126
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail89,920 miles (+16)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,920 miles
    Test number
    707496952577
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail89,904 miles (+609)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,904 miles
    Test number
    274243751573
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass89,295 miles (+117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    89,295 miles
    Test number
    260749400839
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass89,178 miles (+1,170)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,178 miles
    Test number
    348588936408
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front floor both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,008 miles (+3,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,008 miles
    Test number
    821851364303
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass84,891 miles (+2,476)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    84,891 miles
    Test number
    923298000005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front floor panels signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Pass82,415 miles (+2)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    82,415 miles
    Test number
    198496644076
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light dimmer than o/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs lightly pitted - pads ok, 3-4mm approx.
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryOuter casings on both front shock absorbers corroding
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to majority of suspension components

  9. Fail82,413 miles (+2,906)6 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,413 miles
    Test number
    366819863017
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced dims when rear fog lights are on (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced flashes when n/s indicators on (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt shock absorber lower rose joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced flashes when n/s indicators are on (4.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt shock absorber lower rose joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside reverse light dimmer than o/s
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs lightly pitted - pads ok, 3-4mm approx.
    • AdvisoryBoth front fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryOuter casings on both front shock absorbers corroding
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to majority of suspension components

  10. Pass79,507 miles (+2,155)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,507 miles
    Test number
    644668307901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs lightly pitted
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryBoth front wipers smearing slightly
    • AdvisoryPaint peeling and surface corrosion to both rear coil springs
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak - possibly sump seal
    • AdvisorySmall crack to front registration plate
    • AdvisorySmall split in o/s/r shock absorber lower rose joint boot
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to majority of suspension components

  11. Pass77,352 miles (+2,946)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    77,352 miles
    Test number
    645364037206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2-3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront number plate slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre valve slightly perished

  12. Pass74,406 miles (+1,371)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    74,406 miles
    Test number
    337083035435
    • NoteVery slight corrosion to rear fuel pipes

  13. Pass73,035 miles (+3,439)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    73,035 miles
    Test number
    485084344248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass69,596 miles (+1,973)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,596 miles
    Test number
    469665643272
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Pass67,623 miles (+4,975)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    67,623 miles
    Test number
    669082062270
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteSlight insecurity in nearside side repeater

  16. Pass62,648 miles (+4,147)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    62,648 miles
    Test number
    828572951272
    • NoteCorrosion starting in nearside and offside front floorpans

  17. Pass58,501 miles (+88)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    58,501 miles
    Test number
    200774560205
    • NoteCorrosion starting in both front floors.

  18. Fail58,413 miles (+4,153)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,413 miles
    Test number
    350543050454
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteCorrosion starting in both front floors.

  19. Pass54,260 miles (+4,561)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    54,260 miles
    Test number
    960724859246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,699 miles (+4,629)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    49,699 miles
    Test number
    160030568296
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCorrosion starting in offside and nearside rear floors around subframe mountings

  21. Pass45,070 miles (+3,579)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    45,070 miles
    Test number
    953552967218
    • 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)

  22. Pass41,491 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    41,491 miles
    Test number
    240653766258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 683 AXK

What vehicle is registration 683 AXK currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 683 AXK on a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 31 Dec 1997. 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 683 AXK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 683 AXK is valid until 10 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 683 AXK?
The MOT on 683 AXK is valid until 10 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 683 AXK done?
683 AXK was recorded at 89,937 miles at its MOT on 11 Dec 2025, an average of 2,520 miles a year.
Has 683 AXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 683 AXK has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on 683 AXK 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 683 AXK find?
683 AXK passed its latest MOT on 11 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear, and 5 more.

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