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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 3,996 cc

K88 UFOMOT history

K88 UFO is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 29 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 165,751 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

K88 UFO blue Jaguar XK8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar XK8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
165,751 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K88 UFO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
29 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K88 UFO was last recorded at 165,751 miles on 26 May 2026, 600 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,151 miles · 12 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
600 miles
Average per year
2,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,751 miles
  • 2022 – 165,151 miles
  • 2020 – 164,051 miles
  • 2018 – 163,410 miles
  • 2016 – 161,666 miles
  • 2015 – 159,975 miles
  • 2014 – 159,685 miles
  • 2013 – 158,888 miles
  • 2012 – 154,714 miles
  • 2011 – 152,046 miles
  • 2010 – 150,141 miles
  • 2009 – 139,706 miles
  • 2008 – 133,383 miles
  • 2007 – 124,046 miles
  • 2006 – 109,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,751 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass165,751 miles (+600)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    165,751 miles
    Test number
    810327724284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass165,151 miles (+33)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    165,151 miles
    Test number
    826419833961
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOverall under body surface corrosion.
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail165,118 miles (+1,067)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,118 miles
    Test number
    783794923455
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass164,051 miles (+641)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    164,051 miles
    Test number
    388438609977
    • AdvisoryBrake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear [A] frame corroded.
    • AdvisoryOs & ns front floors corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear suspension components corroded.
  5. Pass163,410 miles (+1,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    163,410 miles
    Test number
    800738564074
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads low
  6. Pass161,666 miles (+1,691)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    161,666 miles
    Test number
    248379920817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass159,975 miles (+290)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    159,975 miles
    Test number
    317151566337
    • AdvisoryBrake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened handbrake (3.5.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  8. Pass159,685 miles (+797)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    159,685 miles
    Test number
    409871914416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass158,888 miles (+4,174)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    158,888 miles
    Test number
    697162653278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass154,714 miles (+2,668)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    154,714 miles
    Test number
    346045652403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass152,046 miles (+390)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    152,046 miles
    Test number
    999833751293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion at under floor
  12. Pass151,656 miles (+1,515)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2012
    Odometer
    151,656 miles
    Test number
    547733331161
    • NoteUnable to check inner brake pads
    • NoteUnderside slighty corroded
  13. Pass150,141 miles (+39)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    150,141 miles
    Test number
    420282530134
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to check inner brake pads
  14. Fail150,102 miles (+10,396)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,102 miles
    Test number
    242314520175
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to check inner brake pads
  15. Pass139,706 miles (+6,323)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    139,706 miles
    Test number
    732197119152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteStone chips to screen
    • NoteUnable to check inner brake pads
    • NoteWater damage rear number plate
  16. Pass133,383 miles (+9,337)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    133,383 miles
    Test number
    453783328117
    • NoteSlight play nearside front anti roll bar drop link
  17. Pass124,046 miles (+14,602)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2008
    Odometer
    124,046 miles
    Test number
    101732027111
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheels
    • NoteUnable to check inner brake pads
  18. Pass109,444 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2007
    Odometer
    109,444 miles
    Test number
    841223326186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K88 UFO

Does K88 UFO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K88 UFO is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on K88 UFO?
The MOT on K88 UFO is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K88 UFO done?
K88 UFO was recorded at 165,751 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 2,807 miles a year.
Has K88 UFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K88 UFO has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on K88 UFO 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 K88 UFO find?
K88 UFO passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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