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Jaguar XKR

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

J8 EFAMOT history

J8 EFA is a blue petrol Jaguar XKR first used on 1 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 104,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
104,796 mi
At MOT on 13 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,392 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 EFA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XKR
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 EFA was last recorded at 104,796 miles on 13 Dec 2025, 4,788 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,008 miles · 18 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
4,788 miles
Average per year
2,392 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 104,796 miles
  • 2023 – 100,008 miles
  • 2021 – 98,279 miles
  • 2020 – 95,991 miles
  • 2019 – 92,938 miles
  • 2018 – 89,576 miles
  • 2016 – 85,336 miles
  • 2015 – 82,797 miles
  • 2014 – 81,867 miles
  • 2013 – 80,662 miles
  • 2012 – 79,500 miles
  • 2011 – 78,431 miles
  • 2010 – 77,041 miles
  • 2009 – 75,482 miles
  • 2008 – 69,234 miles
  • 2007 – 62,422 miles
  • 2006 – 57,295 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass104,796 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg corroded 30cm2 from subframe (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle undersealedRecorded at 2 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass104,796 miles (+4,788)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    104,796 miles
    Test number
    820411045283
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg corroded 30cm2 from subframe (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  2. Pass100,008 miles (+1,729)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,008 miles
    Test number
    387360517259
    • AdvisoryVehicle undersealed

  3. Pass98,279 miles (+2,288)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,279 miles
    Test number
    638693957974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,991 miles (+3,053)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    95,991 miles
    Test number
    887711512981
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view crack on lower part of screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious suspension components corroded

  5. Pass92,938 miles (+3,362)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    92,938 miles
    Test number
    904819842818
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass89,576 miles (+4,240)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    89,576 miles
    Test number
    519112659708

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass85,336 miles (+2,539)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    85,336 miles
    Test number
    662963853350
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes greased

  8. Pass82,797 miles (+139)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,797 miles
    Test number
    392569943567
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryN/s/f wishbone rear bush deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear suspension area slightly corroded
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to o/s/f floor

  9. Fail82,658 miles (+791)9 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,658 miles
    Test number
    374830897254
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded lower arm mount and inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill and arch (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded center to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded center to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside park brake effort down on braking force compared to n/s advise adjustment
    • AdvisoryAll exhaust corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryRadiator support corroded

  10. Pass81,867 miles (+1,205)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    81,867 miles
    Test number
    519755654227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • Note1.corrosion in o/s rear wing 2. corrosion hole o/s front floor not in a prescribed area

  11. Pass80,662 miles (+1,162)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    80,662 miles
    Test number
    107802863216
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • Note1.Corrosion hole in o/s front floor not in prescibed area 2.corrosion in o/s rear wing

  12. Pass79,500 miles (+1,069)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    79,500 miles
    Test number
    486301962278
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass78,431 miles (+1,390)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    78,431 miles
    Test number
    607926251211
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded

  14. Pass77,041 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    77,041 miles
    Test number
    741609070211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail77,025 miles (+1,543)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,025 miles
    Test number
    122944370297
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

  16. Pass75,482 miles (+6,248)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    75,482 miles
    Test number
    542032989255
    • NoteUnderneath rusty

  17. Pass69,234 miles (+6,812)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    69,234 miles
    Test number
    322015588172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,422 miles2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    62,422 miles
    Test number
    501397317112
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise 2 x new tyres
    • NoteCondensation in offside headlamp
    • NoteFuel filler pipes corroded/corroding
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts on ouiter sidewall
    • NoteOffside front top wishbone ball joint rubber gaitor split/leaking
    • NoteOffside front tyre split/splitting in tread area
    • NoteP.a.s. pipes corrded/corroding
    • NoteSome/slight play/movement felt in both rear hubs

  19. Fail62,422 miles (+559)3 dangerous4 failures2 advisories8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,422 miles
    Test number
    980784117179
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise 2 x new tyres
    • NoteCondensation in offside headlamp
    • NoteFuel pipes corroded/corroding
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has cuts on outer sidewall
    • NoteOffside front top wishbone ball joint rubber gaitor leaking
    • NoteOffside front tyre split/splitting in tread area
    • NoteP.a.s. pipes corroded/corroding
    • NoteSome/slight play/movement felt in both rear hub areas

  20. Fail61,863 miles (+4,568)1 dangerous7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,863 miles
    Test number
    491131657049
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass57,295 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    57,295 miles
    Test number
    544009236096
    • NoteSame as previous vt32 + tyres now on car have wall damage both rear & n/s/f

  22. Fail57,295 miles7 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,295 miles
    Test number
    444034736030
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Brake clevis joint locking device missing (3.5.1l)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteN/s floor panel cover holed & corroded
    • NotePlay in both rear hub/suspension areas
    • NoteSlight play in both front suspension lower ball joints

Questions about J8 EFA

Does J8 EFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 EFA is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on J8 EFA?
The MOT on J8 EFA is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 EFA done?
J8 EFA was recorded at 104,796 miles at its MOT on 13 Dec 2025, an average of 2,392 miles a year.
Has J8 EFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 EFA has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2015.
Has the mileage on J8 EFA 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 J8 EFA find?
J8 EFA passed its latest MOT on 13 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides perished; offside front vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security chassis leg corroded 30cm2 from subframe; vehicle undersealed.

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