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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 3,980 cc

K8 COVMOT history

K8 COV is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 1 May 1997. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2026 and it has passed 19 of 21 MOT tests, with 105,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2026
Mileage
105,600 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2025
MOT tests
21
19 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,281 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 COV
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
1 May 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2026
Latest MOT test
13 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 COV was last recorded at 105,600 miles on 13 May 2025, 240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,360 miles · 24 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
240 miles
Average per year
1,281 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,600 miles
  • 2024 – 105,360 miles
  • 2023 – 105,224 miles
  • 2022 – 105,160 miles
  • 2021 – 104,819 miles
  • 2019 – 104,148 miles
  • 2018 – 103,561 miles
  • 2017 – 103,177 miles
  • 2016 – 102,510 miles
  • 2015 – 101,881 miles
  • 2014 – 100,921 miles
  • 2013 – 99,928 miles
  • 2012 – 98,818 miles
  • 2011 – 97,311 miles
  • 2010 – 94,383 miles
  • 2009 – 91,245 miles
  • 2008 – 89,194 miles
  • 2007 – 86,368 miles
  • 2006 – 81,211 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,600 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner 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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

21 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,600 miles (+240)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    105,600 miles
    Test number
    397641034447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass105,360 miles (+136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    105,360 miles
    Test number
    467193960021
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is worn on the outer edge

  3. Pass105,224 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    105,224 miles
    Test number
    625027894599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,160 miles (+341)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    105,160 miles
    Test number
    964756283521
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass104,819 miles (+671)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,819 miles
    Test number
    288614340183
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass104,148 miles (+587)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    104,148 miles
    Test number
    199326661072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass103,561 miles (+384)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    103,561 miles
    Test number
    520736914931

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,177 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    103,177 miles
    Test number
    961300792827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,510 miles (+629)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    102,510 miles
    Test number
    727820847362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass101,881 miles (+960)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,881 miles
    Test number
    685312415142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,921 miles (+993)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,921 miles
    Test number
    626882224107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,928 miles (+1,110)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,928 miles
    Test number
    898259003196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,818 miles (+1,507)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    98,818 miles
    Test number
    515967312188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,311 miles (+2,928)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    97,311 miles
    Test number
    416983301119
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass94,383 miles (+3,138)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    94,383 miles
    Test number
    292062400111
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  16. Pass91,245 miles (+2,051)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    91,245 miles
    Test number
    714882719151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  17. Pass89,194 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    89,194 miles
    Test number
    651111708145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail89,192 miles (+2,824)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,192 miles
    Test number
    833530608125
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass86,368 miles (+5,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    86,368 miles
    Test number
    831853717151
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass81,211 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    81,211 miles
    Test number
    554718716141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail81,208 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,208 miles
    Test number
    790027716120
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Questions about K8 COV

Does K8 COV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 COV expired on 12 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 COV?
The MOT on K8 COV expired on 12 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 COV done?
K8 COV was recorded at 105,600 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 1,281 miles a year.
Has K8 COV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 COV has failed 2 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2008.
Has the mileage on K8 COV 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 K8 COV find?
K8 COV passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on the inner edge.

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