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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 3,980 cc

K16 XKBMOT history

K16 XKB is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 3 Nov 2025 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 165,631 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Nov 2025
Mileage
165,631 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,946 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K16 XKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,980 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

K16 XKB was last recorded at 165,631 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 950 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,681 miles · 4 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
950 miles
Average per year
2,946 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 165,631 miles
  • 2024 – 164,681 miles
  • 2023 – 164,571 miles
  • 2022 – 164,307 miles
  • 2020 – 164,061 miles
  • 2019 – 163,428 miles
  • 2017 – 162,627 miles
  • 2016 – 160,952 miles
  • 2015 – 159,877 miles
  • 2013 – 159,642 miles
  • 2012 – 159,090 miles
  • 2011 – 155,062 miles
  • 2010 – 151,438 miles
  • 2009 – 145,833 miles
  • 2008 – 133,169 miles
  • 2007 – 121,516 miles
  • 2006 – 108,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail165,631 miles
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorBrake pivot has restricted free movement hand brake (1.1.15 (e))
  • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount and spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount and spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear subframe mount brackets corrodedd

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 17 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail165,631 miles (+950)1 dangerous11 major1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,631 miles
    Test number
    233175103689
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pivot has restricted free movement hand brake (1.1.15 (e))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount and spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced subframe mount and spring mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe mount brackets corrodedd

  2. Pass164,681 miles (+110)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    164,681 miles
    Test number
    568029680307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass164,571 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    164,571 miles
    Test number
    642654246388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail164,571 miles (+264)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,571 miles
    Test number
    467767307038
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass164,307 miles (+246)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    164,307 miles
    Test number
    986814160555
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material along front cross member (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front vehicle floor corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both sides (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion/protective paint on vehicle floor, chassis, suspension system, brake/fuel pipes

  6. Pass164,061 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    164,061 miles
    Test number
    285845325510

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail164,059 miles (+631)1 dangerous13 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,059 miles
    Test number
    498223544836
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear and also front across cross member (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor rotten (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor rotten (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass163,428 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    163,428 miles
    Test number
    490960102986
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on some joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both sides (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion on suspension and sub frames
    • AdvisoryBrake and fuel pipes corroded along floor
    • AdvisoryFront floor corroded

  9. Fail163,426 miles (+799)2 dangerous1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,426 miles
    Test number
    771759261645
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases on some joints (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower ball joint dust cover deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both sides (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion on suspension and sub frames
    • AdvisoryBrake and fuel pipes corroded along floor
    • AdvisoryFront floor corroded

  10. Pass162,627 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    162,627 miles
    Test number
    359676671772
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded

  11. Fail162,627 miles (+1,675)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,627 miles
    Test number
    909939509881
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded

  12. Pass160,952 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    160,952 miles
    Test number
    248102385175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion on rear chassis legs
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to o/s/r flexi hose corroded (running along floor)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front anti-roll bar d-bushes

  13. Fail160,952 miles (+1,075)1 dangerous3 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,952 miles
    Test number
    858209421454
    • DangerousRear brake binding both sides (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAreas of corrosion on rear chassis legs
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe to o/s/r flexi hose corroded (running along floor)
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front anti-roll bar d-bushes

  14. Pass159,877 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    159,877 miles
    Test number
    158968953884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass159,642 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    159,642 miles
    Test number
    455852333240
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSplit in o/s front tyre outer sidewall

  16. Fail159,642 miles (+552)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,642 miles
    Test number
    308859013458
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSplit in o/s front tyre outer sidewall

  17. Pass159,090 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    159,090 miles
    Test number
    665421102203
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface corrosion on n/s rear disc

  18. Fail159,090 miles (+4,028)5 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,090 miles
    Test number
    567985192176
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface corrosion on n/s rear disc

  19. Pass155,062 miles (+3,624)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    155,062 miles
    Test number
    216601601216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  20. Pass151,438 miles (+6)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    151,438 miles
    Test number
    754682200220
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHole caused by corossion o/s/f floor pan not within 30 cm of a structural point

  21. Fail151,432 miles (+5,599)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,432 miles
    Test number
    221346090104
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHole caused by corossion o/s/f floor pan not within 30 cm of a structural point

  22. Pass145,833 miles (+12,664)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    145,833 miles
    Test number
    342765599176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteSlight hole in o/side front floor

  23. Pass133,169 miles (+11,653)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    133,169 miles
    Test number
    871349388139
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteN/s parking brake effort lower than o/s
    • NoteSlight play in both rear half shaft inner uj's?
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f wheel bearing

  24. Fail121,516 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,516 miles
    Test number
    363327497150
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

  25. Pass121,516 miles (+12,923)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    121,516 miles
    Test number
    571267197146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass108,593 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    108,593 miles
    Test number
    771948496128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about K16 XKB

Does K16 XKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K16 XKB expired on 3 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K16 XKB?
The MOT on K16 XKB expired on 3 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K16 XKB done?
K16 XKB was recorded at 165,631 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 2,946 miles a year.
Has K16 XKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K16 XKB has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on K16 XKB 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 K16 XKB find?
K16 XKB failed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 13 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; brake pivot has restricted free movement hand brake, and 23 more.

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