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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

K8 LVWMOT history

K8 LVW is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 39,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2026
Mileage
39,606 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2026
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 LVW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

K8 LVW was last recorded at 39,606 miles on 1 Oct 2026, 2,500 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
37,106 miles · 9 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,500 miles
Average per year
917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,606 miles
  • 2025 – 37,106 miles
  • 2024 – 36,950 miles
  • 2019 – 36,395 miles
  • 2018 – 36,368 miles
  • 2016 – 36,038 miles
  • 2015 – 34,743 miles
  • 2014 – 34,157 miles
  • 2013 – 31,644 miles
  • 2012 – 31,605 miles
  • 2011 – 29,546 miles
  • 2010 – 26,894 miles
  • 2009 – 25,508 miles
  • 2008 – 24,742 miles
  • 2007 – 22,810 miles
  • 2006 – 21,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail39,606 miles
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s to calipers (outer protective sleeves stopping full inspection) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2018

  • Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack joint (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail39,606 miles (+2,500)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,606 miles
    Test number
    131983376106
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s to calipers (outer protective sleeves stopping full inspection) (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass37,106 miles (+156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    37,106 miles
    Test number
    323145181152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass36,950 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    36,950 miles
    Test number
    148610958248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Fail36,944 miles (+549)8 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,944 miles
    Test number
    391896161011
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Nearside & Offside, Brake discs corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & Offside. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Nearside & Offside, Brake discs corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & Offside. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass36,395 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    36,395 miles
    Test number
    655244297570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass36,368 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    36,368 miles
    Test number
    575501658187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack joint (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  7. Fail36,368 miles (+330)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,368 miles
    Test number
    596006329088
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel inner rack joint (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  8. Pass36,038 miles (+1,295)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    36,038 miles
    Test number
    340184443115
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  9. Pass34,743 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    34,743 miles
    Test number
    399531694326
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Fail34,741 miles (+584)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,741 miles
    Test number
    852434311582
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Pass34,157 miles (+2,513)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    34,157 miles
    Test number
    498897054332
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSlight corrosion in nearside and offside floor pan

  12. Pass31,644 miles (+39)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    31,644 miles
    Test number
    376580313033
    • NoteSlight corrosion in nearside and offside floor pan

  13. Fail31,605 miles (+2,059)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,605 miles
    Test number
    687769892253
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres stepped and wearing on inner edges
    • NoteSlight corrosion on offside front floor pan

  14. Pass29,546 miles (+2,652)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    29,546 miles
    Test number
    135733681203
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass26,894 miles (+1,386)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,894 miles
    Test number
    734086180207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,508 miles (+766)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    25,508 miles
    Test number
    890112399251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,742 miles (+1,932)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    24,742 miles
    Test number
    173178868216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,810 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    22,810 miles
    Test number
    653051717296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass21,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    21,133 miles
    Test number
    151431826287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 LVW

Does K8 LVW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 LVW expired on 8 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 LVW?
The MOT on K8 LVW expired on 8 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 LVW done?
K8 LVW was recorded at 39,606 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2026, an average of 917 miles a year.
Has K8 LVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 LVW has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on K8 LVW 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 LVW find?
K8 LVW failed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 5 advisories: exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s & o/s to calipers (outer protective sleeves stopping full inspection); front inner brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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