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Jaguar XK8

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 4,196 cc

C8 XKJMOT history

C8 XKJ is a grey petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 29 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 86,539 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
86,539 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 XKJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 XKJ was last recorded at 86,539 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 100 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,439 miles · 19 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
100 miles
Average per year
3,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,539 miles
  • 2024 – 86,439 miles
  • 2023 – 86,330 miles
  • 2019 – 85,003 miles
  • 2017 – 78,993 miles
  • 2014 – 76,432 miles
  • 2013 – 72,765 miles
  • 2012 – 66,178 miles
  • 2011 – 58,154 miles
  • 2010 – 48,739 miles
  • 2009 – 39,506 miles
  • 2008 – 29,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,539 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside 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))

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.

  • Corrosion to underside of vehicle but not excessive within prescribed areas

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

14 tests since 4 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,539 miles (+100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    86,539 miles
    Test number
    632987667079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  2. Pass86,439 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    86,439 miles
    Test number
    770149336008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail86,330 miles (+1,327)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,330 miles
    Test number
    893699228459
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle and underside components

  4. Pass85,003 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,003 miles
    Test number
    886931885147
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle but not excessive within prescribed areas

  5. Fail84,977 miles (+5,984)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,977 miles
    Test number
    775125236381
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside of vehicle but not excessive within prescribed areas

  6. Pass78,993 miles (+2,561)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    78,993 miles
    Test number
    320627144740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass76,432 miles (+3,667)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    76,432 miles
    Test number
    916481184178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,765 miles (+106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    72,765 miles
    Test number
    246784663125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail72,659 miles (+6,481)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,659 miles
    Test number
    147768543108
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Pass66,178 miles (+8,024)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    66,178 miles
    Test number
    769778102184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,154 miles (+9,415)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    58,154 miles
    Test number
    325794891093
    • NoteCut in osf tyre

  12. Pass48,739 miles (+9,233)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,739 miles
    Test number
    294884400434
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wall slightly damaged

  13. Pass39,506 miles (+10,244)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    39,506 miles
    Test number
    654341419186
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  14. Pass29,262 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    29,262 miles
    Test number
    154885898060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C8 XKJ

Does C8 XKJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 XKJ is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 XKJ?
The MOT on C8 XKJ is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 XKJ done?
C8 XKJ was recorded at 86,539 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 3,216 miles a year.
Has C8 XKJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 XKJ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on C8 XKJ 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 C8 XKJ find?
C8 XKJ passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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