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Jaguar XK8

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

GEO 208MOT history

GEO 208 is a green petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 6 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 131,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
131,201 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,770 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
GEO 208
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

GEO 208 was last recorded at 131,201 miles on 8 May 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,201 miles · 7 May 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
2,770 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,201 miles
  • 2025 – 126,874 miles
  • 2024 – 122,579 miles
  • 2023 – 120,623 miles
  • 2022 – 119,118 miles
  • 2021 – 115,307 miles
  • 2020 – 114,566 miles
  • 2019 – 114,061 miles
  • 2018 – 110,736 miles
  • 2017 – 109,223 miles
  • 2016 – 108,823 miles
  • 2014 – 103,437 miles
  • 2013 – 95,294 miles
  • 2012 – 95,130 miles
  • 2011 – 92,816 miles
  • 2009 – 90,545 miles
  • 2008 – 89,308 miles
  • 2007 – 87,149 miles
  • 2006 – 75,408 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,201 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2013

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

28 tests since 18 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,201 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    131,201 miles
    Test number
    801711629726

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail131,201 miles (+4,327)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,201 miles
    Test number
    670474040905
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

  3. Pass126,874 miles (+4,295)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    126,874 miles
    Test number
    617618818352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass122,579 miles (+1,956)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    122,579 miles
    Test number
    302985897643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,623 miles (+1,505)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    120,623 miles
    Test number
    153440433258
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass119,118 miles (+3,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    119,118 miles
    Test number
    288716425418
    • AdvisoryBoth rear driveshaft couplings have slight play

  7. Pass115,307 miles (+741)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    115,307 miles
    Test number
    234328104434
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMacpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass114,566 miles (+505)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    114,566 miles
    Test number
    832200283886
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass114,061 miles (+199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    114,061 miles
    Test number
    234134992906
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail113,862 miles (+3,126)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,862 miles
    Test number
    968858213206
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass110,736 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,736 miles
    Test number
    780726544342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail110,736 miles (+1,513)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,736 miles
    Test number
    431001830707
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  13. Pass109,223 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    109,223 miles
    Test number
    197897157046
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Fail109,223 miles (+400)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,223 miles
    Test number
    391369400766
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass108,823 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    108,823 miles
    Test number
    413318180917
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail108,822 miles (+5,385)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,822 miles
    Test number
    237312683685
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass103,437 miles (+8,143)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    103,437 miles
    Test number
    916021764165
    • NoteOffside and nearside front tyre tread getting low:- keep in check.
    • NoteVery slight lift at nearside front lower swivel.

  18. Pass95,294 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    95,294 miles
    Test number
    127364843127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  19. Fail95,291 miles (+161)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,291 miles
    Test number
    909196433154
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNsr chassis corroded

  20. Fail95,130 miles (+2,314)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,130 miles
    Test number
    215822912282
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Pass92,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    92,816 miles
    Test number
    805211501270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail92,816 miles (+1)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,816 miles
    Test number
    476641801285
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail92,815 miles (+50)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,815 miles
    Test number
    247675781416
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteNsf floor corrosion
    • NoteNsr outer sill corrosion

  24. Fail92,765 miles (+2,220)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,765 miles
    Test number
    275259051499
    • FailureRear Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureRear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureStop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread worn on limit:- recommend new.
    • NoteOffside front to rear brake pipe corroded.

  25. Pass90,545 miles (+1,237)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    90,545 miles
    Test number
    320621849401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass89,308 miles (+2,159)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    89,308 miles
    Test number
    781393818167
    • NoteOffside headlamp condensating.
    • NoteSurface corrosion to all brake discs.

  27. Pass87,149 miles (+11,741)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    87,149 miles
    Test number
    252225697002
    • NoteChip in "zone a" of windscreen just within limit.

  28. Pass75,408 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    75,408 miles
    Test number
    172557376034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Questions about GEO 208

What vehicle is registration GEO 208 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show GEO 208 on a green petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 6 May 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 GEO 208 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on GEO 208 is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on GEO 208?
The MOT on GEO 208 is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has GEO 208 done?
GEO 208 was recorded at 131,201 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 2,770 miles a year.
Has GEO 208 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. GEO 208 has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2026.
Has the mileage on GEO 208 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 GEO 208 find?
GEO 208 passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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