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Jaguar XK8

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 3,995 cc

J8 DHKMOT history

J8 DHK is a red petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 109,020 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

J8 DHK red Jaguar XK8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar XK8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
109,020 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,606 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 DHK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 DHK was last recorded at 109,020 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Feb 2007: 10,364 miles, lower than 16,378 miles on 27 Jan 2006.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
109,020 miles · 27 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,606 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 109,020 miles
  • 2024 – 108,659 miles
  • 2023 – 107,955 miles
  • 2021 – 105,843 miles
  • 2020 – 100,522 miles
  • 2019 – 95,140 miles
  • 2018 – 90,374 miles
  • 2017 – 81,424 miles
  • 2016 – 75,223 miles
  • 2015 – 72,143 miles
  • 2014 – 65,223 miles
  • 2013 – 55,492 miles
  • 2012 – 50,216 miles
  • 2011 – 45,113 miles
  • 2010 – 38,071 miles
  • 2009 – 32,149 miles
  • 2008 – 26,102 miles
  • 2007 – 10,364 miles
  • 2006 – 16,378 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,020 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (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.

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Chassis and rear Sub frame in poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2013

Full MOT history

28 tests since 27 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,020 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    109,020 miles
    Test number
    532470328334
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  2. Fail109,020 miles (+361)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,020 miles
    Test number
    552109288079
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture on front chassis rail, underneath radiator (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture on front chassis rail, underneath radiator, 2nd pipe (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded on front chassis rail, underneath radiator (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  3. Pass108,659 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    108,659 miles
    Test number
    735885636708
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Chassis and rear Sub frame in poor condition

  4. Fail108,651 miles (+696)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,651 miles
    Test number
    906172571712
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Chassis and rear Sub frame in poor condition

  5. Pass107,955 miles (+2,112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    107,955 miles
    Test number
    846877853598
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced hole in chassis floor under passenger footwell (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass105,843 miles (+5,321)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    105,843 miles
    Test number
    555003412115
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass100,522 miles (+5,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    100,522 miles
    Test number
    749619744854
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass95,140 miles (+4,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    95,140 miles
    Test number
    688979528314
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass90,374 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    90,374 miles
    Test number
    433295643528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail90,358 miles (+8,934)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,358 miles
    Test number
    612851953884
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

  11. Pass81,424 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,424 miles
    Test number
    783768669855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail81,171 miles (+5,948)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,171 miles
    Test number
    524730625327
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass75,223 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    75,223 miles
    Test number
    402634174700

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail75,210 miles (+3,067)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,210 miles
    Test number
    873572386799
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass72,143 miles (+6,920)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    72,143 miles
    Test number
    849224005187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,223 miles (+2)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    65,223 miles
    Test number
    278389794094
    • NoteExhaust corroded but not leaking
    • NoteRear suspension slightly corroded

  17. Fail65,221 miles (+9,729)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,221 miles
    Test number
    929928294042
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteExhaust corroded but not leaking
    • NoteRear suspension slightly corroded

  18. Pass55,492 miles (+5,276)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    55,492 miles
    Test number
    226182003170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass50,216 miles (+5,103)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    50,216 miles
    Test number
    279953422030
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NoteSlight movement in offside and nearside rear hubs

  20. Pass45,113 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    45,113 miles
    Test number
    907477541004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail45,106 miles (+7,035)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,106 miles
    Test number
    339737941097
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRegistration plate lamps glimmer when brakes applied
    • NoteLarge crack in front windscreen nearside upper not within zones A or B
    • NoteNearside rear lamp unit damaged

  22. Pass38,071 miles (+5,922)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    38,071 miles
    Test number
    754246720092
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are wearing low
    • NoteEngine oil level is low

  23. Fail32,149 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,149 miles
    Test number
    501370259064
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass32,149 miles (+6,047)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    32,149 miles
    Test number
    560010559063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass26,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    26,102 miles
    Test number
    141072648432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail26,093 miles (+15,729)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,093 miles
    Test number
    434102148007
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass10,364 miles (-6,014)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    10,364 miles
    Test number
    311191957063
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass16,378 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    16,378 miles
    Test number
    882477826064
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about J8 DHK

Does J8 DHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 DHK is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 DHK?
The MOT on J8 DHK is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 DHK done?
J8 DHK was recorded at 109,020 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 4,606 miles a year.
Has J8 DHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 DHK has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 DHK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Feb 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J8 DHK find?
J8 DHK passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear inner drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively; nearside rear outer drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively; offside rear outer drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively.

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