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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,995 cc

K8 DMCMOT history

K8 DMC is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 67,285 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
67,285 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 DMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 DMC was last recorded at 67,285 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 2,636 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,649 miles · 18 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
2,636 miles
Average per year
1,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,285 miles
  • 2023 – 64,649 miles
  • 2019 – 64,648 miles
  • 2017 – 64,518 miles
  • 2016 – 64,252 miles
  • 2015 – 63,816 miles
  • 2014 – 62,861 miles
  • 2013 – 61,713 miles
  • 2012 – 61,567 miles
  • 2011 – 60,174 miles
  • 2010 – 57,140 miles
  • 2009 – 55,745 miles
  • 2008 – 53,804 miles
  • 2007 – 51,936 miles
  • 2006 – 45,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,285 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2008

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,285 miles (+2,636)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    67,285 miles
    Test number
    316505759609
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass64,649 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    64,649 miles
    Test number
    199537786285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened FRONT SURFACE RUST (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened REAR SERFACE RUST (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass64,648 miles (+130)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,648 miles
    Test number
    281764128348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,518 miles (+266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    64,518 miles
    Test number
    673632971370
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  5. Pass64,252 miles (+436)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    64,252 miles
    Test number
    236756496729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass63,816 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    63,816 miles
    Test number
    747252665062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail63,816 miles (+955)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,816 miles
    Test number
    217001865091
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  8. Pass62,861 miles (+1,148)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,861 miles
    Test number
    799912364051
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  9. Pass61,713 miles (+146)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    61,713 miles
    Test number
    529290863037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,567 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    61,567 miles
    Test number
    269793552044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,564 miles (+1,390)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,564 miles
    Test number
    558898442027
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass60,174 miles (+3,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    60,174 miles
    Test number
    889429241038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass57,140 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    57,140 miles
    Test number
    562665850030
    • NoteHole in floor on nearside front footwell

  14. Fail57,140 miles (+1,395)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,140 miles
    Test number
    193205950017
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHole in floor on nearside front footwell

  15. Pass55,745 miles (+1,941)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    55,745 miles
    Test number
    143595359088
    • 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)

  16. Pass53,804 miles (+1,868)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    53,804 miles
    Test number
    442836748015
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass51,936 miles (+6,830)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    51,936 miles
    Test number
    811938457055
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass45,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,106 miles
    Test number
    300574546033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 DMC

Does K8 DMC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 DMC is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 DMC?
The MOT on K8 DMC is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 DMC done?
K8 DMC was recorded at 67,285 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 1,100 miles a year.
Has K8 DMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 DMC has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2015.
Has the mileage on K8 DMC 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 DMC find?
K8 DMC passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: rear coil spring corroded both; rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both.

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