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Jaguar XJ

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,720 cc

J8 TAMMOT history

J8 TAM is a grey diesel Jaguar XJ first used on 23 Apr 2008. Its MOT is valid until 23 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 103,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2026.

J8 TAM grey Jaguar Xj – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar Xj, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Apr 2027
Mileage
103,877 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 TAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,720 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
23 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 TAM was last recorded at 103,877 miles on 22 Apr 2026, 2,558 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,319 miles · 23 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,558 miles
Average per year
5,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,877 miles
  • 2025 – 101,319 miles
  • 2024 – 96,604 miles
  • 2023 – 86,254 miles
  • 2022 – 82,226 miles
  • 2021 – 77,117 miles
  • 2020 – 74,982 miles
  • 2019 – 69,522 miles
  • 2018 – 67,668 miles
  • 2017 – 65,074 miles
  • 2016 – 63,425 miles
  • 2015 – 59,564 miles
  • 2014 – 50,672 miles
  • 2013 – 43,192 miles
  • 2012 – 35,049 miles
  • 2011 – 27,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,877 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 1 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,877 miles (+2,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    103,877 miles
    Test number
    153370492561
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass101,319 miles (+4,715)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    101,319 miles
    Test number
    414102094494
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  3. Pass96,604 miles (+10,350)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,604 miles
    Test number
    925208925114
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (Chipped) (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (Differential) (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass86,254 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    86,254 miles
    Test number
    651924507353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,252 miles (+4,026)1 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,252 miles
    Test number
    398579372546
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,226 miles (+5,109)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    82,226 miles
    Test number
    856199866554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass77,117 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,117 miles
    Test number
    254970154803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass74,982 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    74,982 miles
    Test number
    343628723787
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Fail74,982 miles (+5,460)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,982 miles
    Test number
    134642626538
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Pass69,522 miles (+1,854)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    69,522 miles
    Test number
    623445497332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,668 miles (+2,594)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,668 miles
    Test number
    427895190544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,074 miles (+1,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2018
    Odometer
    65,074 miles
    Test number
    182758306310
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some testable components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some testable components

  13. Pass63,425 miles (+3,861)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    63,425 miles
    Test number
    371641305532
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass59,564 miles (+8,892)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    59,564 miles
    Test number
    799551365042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass50,672 miles (+7,480)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,672 miles
    Test number
    499603984039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,192 miles (+8,143)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,192 miles
    Test number
    605383493032
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on the outer edge

  17. Pass35,049 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    35,049 miles
    Test number
    725816082043
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail35,049 miles (+8,005)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,049 miles
    Test number
    785206782074
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass27,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    27,044 miles
    Test number
    437871991029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 TAM

Does J8 TAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 TAM is valid until 23 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 TAM?
The MOT on J8 TAM is valid until 23 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 TAM done?
J8 TAM was recorded at 103,877 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2026, an average of 5,102 miles a year.
Has J8 TAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 TAM has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on J8 TAM 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 TAM find?
J8 TAM passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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