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Jaguar XK8

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 3,980 cc

J9 BHRMOT history

J9 BHR is a green petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 21 Feb 1997. Its MOT expired on 22 Aug 2024 and it has passed 10 of 20 MOT tests, with 137,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Aug 2024
Mileage
137,614 mi
At MOT on 23 Aug 2023
MOT tests
20
10 passed · 10 failed
Per year
1,727 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J9 BHR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,980 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 Feb 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
23 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

J9 BHR was last recorded at 137,614 miles on 23 Aug 2023, 301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jun 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 8 Nov 2013: 11,184 miles, lower than 107,030 miles on 20 Dec 2005.

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
137,313 miles · 22 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
301 miles
Average per year
1,727 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 137,614 miles
  • 2022 – 137,313 miles
  • 2020 – 135,244 miles
  • 2019 – 133,746 miles
  • 2018 – 129,278 miles
  • 2017 – 124,203 miles
  • 2016 – 120,394 miles
  • 2015 – 114,444 miles
  • 2014 – 111,195 miles
  • 2013 – 11,184 miles
  • 2005 – 107,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,614 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both front corroded (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded

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 Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,614 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,614 miles
    Test number
    863858239808
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both front corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
  2. Fail137,614 miles (+301)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,614 miles
    Test number
    536267182103
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material X2 front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both front corroded (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody corroded
  3. Pass137,313 miles (+22)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    137,313 miles
    Test number
    101716090162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail137,291 miles (+22)1 dangerous8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,291 miles
    Test number
    609200479955
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area fractured to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer wheel arch slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail137,269 miles (+2,025)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,269 miles
    Test number
    602260386483
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer wheel arch slightly deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass135,244 miles (+15)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    135,244 miles
    Test number
    640182616219
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general body corrosion underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged runflat damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Fail135,229 miles (+1,483)1 dangerous2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,229 miles
    Test number
    645345128536
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected cut wire (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting hole in floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general body corrosion underneath (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged runflat damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  8. Pass133,746 miles (+4,468)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    133,746 miles
    Test number
    738302542471
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced in front of spring (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  9. Pass129,278 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    129,278 miles
    Test number
    206443610565
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion in front of spring (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  10. Fail129,275 miles (+5,072)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,275 miles
    Test number
    664322548947
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion in front of spring (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
  11. Pass124,203 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    124,203 miles
    Test number
    722966804914
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower shock bush gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)
  12. Fail124,201 miles (+3,807)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,201 miles
    Test number
    351992455140
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper blade insecure n/s and o/s (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower shock bush gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel has slightly restricted free movement
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass120,394 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    120,394 miles
    Test number
    221081356662
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  14. Fail120,392 miles (+5,948)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,392 miles
    Test number
    918734082721
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryO/s reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
  15. Pass114,444 miles (+1)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    114,444 miles
    Test number
    499462425098
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteCondensation in headlamps
    • NoteFront wheels have slightly restricted free movement
    • NoteN/s/r lower shock bush gaiter deteriorated
    • NoteO/s reverse light not working
  16. Fail114,443 miles (+3,248)5 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,443 miles
    Test number
    396209115086
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps not flashing in phase, with ignition off (1.4.B.1f)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteCondensation in headlamps
    • NoteFront wheels have slightly restricted free movement
    • NoteN/s/r lower shock bush gaiter deteriorated
    • NoteO/s reverse light not working
  17. Pass111,195 miles (+100,011)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    111,195 miles
    Test number
    298426134038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail11,184 miles (-95,846)14 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    11,184 miles
    Test number
    458932213432
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f floor corroded and holed
    • NoteNoise from pas, pump?
    • NoteTraction control fault indicated
  19. Pass107,030 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    107,030 miles
    Test number
    120354055346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail107,026 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,026 miles
    Test number
    542559235394
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about J9 BHR

Does J9 BHR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on J9 BHR expired on 22 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on J9 BHR?
The MOT on J9 BHR expired on 22 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has J9 BHR done?
J9 BHR was recorded at 137,614 miles at its MOT on 23 Aug 2023, an average of 1,727 miles a year.
Has J9 BHR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J9 BHR has failed 10 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on J9 BHR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 8 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on J9 BHR find?
J9 BHR passed its latest MOT on 23 Aug 2023 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material x2 front to rear; front coil spring corroded both front; front shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both front corroded, and 3 more.

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