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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

K8 PDJMOT history

K8 PDJ is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 11 Jun 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 55,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
55,125 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
760 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 PDJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
11 Jun 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 PDJ was last recorded at 55,125 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 123 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,002 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
123 miles
Average per year
760 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,125 miles
  • 2025 – 55,002 miles
  • 2024 – 54,933 miles
  • 2021 – 54,900 miles
  • 2020 – 54,854 miles
  • 2019 – 54,619 miles
  • 2018 – 54,468 miles
  • 2017 – 54,323 miles
  • 2016 – 54,206 miles
  • 2015 – 53,879 miles
  • 2014 – 52,980 miles
  • 2012 – 51,547 miles
  • 2011 – 50,228 miles
  • 2010 – 48,329 miles
  • 2009 – 45,276 miles
  • 2008 – 43,311 miles
  • 2007 – 40,553 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass55,125 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.

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2012

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Lower shock absorber bush dust cover deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 4 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass55,125 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    55,125 miles
    Test number
    734264137513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass55,002 miles (+69)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    55,002 miles
    Test number
    583543101088
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass54,933 miles (+33)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    545978584577
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass54,900 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    54,900 miles
    Test number
    124646219764
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower shock absorber bush dust cover deteriorated

  5. Fail54,896 miles (+42)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,896 miles
    Test number
    652599113719
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working work intermittently (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower shock absorber bush dust cover deteriorated

  6. Pass54,854 miles (+235)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    54,854 miles
    Test number
    229799961518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,619 miles (+151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    54,619 miles
    Test number
    900080918445
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off and rear (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass54,468 miles (+145)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,468 miles
    Test number
    654853423899
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear axle mounting area is slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear driveshaft has slight play in knuckle joint
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear axle mounting area slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear drive shaft has slight play in knuckle joint
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  9. Pass54,323 miles (+117)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    54,323 miles
    Test number
    283320322344
    • AdvisoryFront number plate loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower windscreen discoloured
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion chassis (6.1.B.2)

  10. Pass54,206 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,206 miles
    Test number
    996917510027
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  11. Fail54,206 miles (+327)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,206 miles
    Test number
    578689864933
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  12. Pass53,879 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,879 miles
    Test number
    836923235056
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Fail53,879 miles (+899)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,879 miles
    Test number
    876543235085
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass52,980 miles (+1,433)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    52,980 miles
    Test number
    509187034034
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Pass51,547 miles (+1,319)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    51,547 miles
    Test number
    738690162112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Pass50,228 miles (+1,899)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    50,228 miles
    Test number
    327734061102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass48,329 miles (+3,053)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    48,329 miles
    Test number
    261763070130
    • NoteSlight knocking noise from rear suspension,recommend inspection of rear shock absorber top mountings

  18. Pass45,276 miles (+1,965)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    45,276 miles
    Test number
    230243359405
    • NoteWhen monouvering and driving vehicle knocking noise from nearside front suspension,unable to detect on ramp,no obvious play in suspension,possible worn shock absorber upper mounting/bearing,recommend further inspection

  19. Pass43,311 miles (+2,758)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    43,311 miles
    Test number
    250252638258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,553 miles (+60)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,553 miles
    Test number
    133167097403
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlay detected in front anti roll bar mountings
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s ineer drive shaft joints,play detected at rear wheels

  21. Fail40,493 miles3 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,493 miles
    Test number
    454654797043
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NotePlay detected in front anti roll bar
    • NoteSlight play in o/s and n/s rear driveshaft inner couplings,movement detected at rear wheels

Questions about K8 PDJ

Does K8 PDJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 PDJ is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 PDJ?
The MOT on K8 PDJ is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 PDJ done?
K8 PDJ was recorded at 55,125 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 760 miles a year.
Has K8 PDJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 PDJ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on K8 PDJ 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 PDJ find?
K8 PDJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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