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Jaguar XK8

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 3,980 cc

K8 ROWMOT history

K8 ROW is a green petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 31 Dec 1997. Its MOT expired on 2 May 2023 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 142,755 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 2 May 2023
Mileage
142,755 mi
At MOT on 3 May 2022
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,449 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 ROW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,980 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
31 Dec 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 May 2023
Latest MOT test
3 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 ROW was last recorded at 142,755 miles on 3 May 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Jul 2018: 139,458 miles, lower than 139,933 miles on 7 Jul 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
142,752 miles · 8 Apr 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,449 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 142,755 miles
  • 2021 – 139,758 miles
  • 2020 – 139,706 miles
  • 2019 – 139,591 miles
  • 2018 – 139,458 miles
  • 2017 – 138,971 miles
  • 2016 – 138,244 miles
  • 2015 – 137,579 miles
  • 2014 – 136,547 miles
  • 2013 – 135,529 miles
  • 2012 – 134,582 miles
  • 2011 – 132,038 miles
  • 2010 – 124,814 miles
  • 2009 – 118,449 miles
  • 2008 – 110,303 miles
  • 2007 – 100,788 miles
  • 2006 – 87,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,755 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF SEAL LEAKING (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass142,755 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2023
    Odometer
    142,755 miles
    Test number
    970147012148
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF SEAL LEAKING (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,752 miles (+2,994)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,752 miles
    Test number
    819750014854
    • DangerousOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired OUTER SILL (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested BOTH CAT CONVERTERS SPLIT (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive REAR DIFF SEAL (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass139,758 miles (+52)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    139,758 miles
    Test number
    464481159260
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail139,706 miles (+115)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,706 miles
    Test number
    510103420051
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak sump/power steering pump/bell housing areas (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear can not open fuel flap - battery in fob/internal switch fault
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides play in bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear boot will not open fob battery/internal switch fault

  5. Pass139,591 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    139,591 miles
    Test number
    143440369693
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail139,591 miles (+133)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,591 miles
    Test number
    999019083824
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,458 miles (-475)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,458 miles
    Test number
    398969272285
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and floor both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and floor both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Fail139,933 miles (+962)2 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,933 miles
    Test number
    534941625108
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and floor both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis and floor both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Pass138,971 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    138,971 miles
    Test number
    578152866235
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

  10. Fail138,971 miles (+727)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,971 miles
    Test number
    727868032795
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both sides (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Rear wheel bearing has slight play both sides (2.6.2)

  11. Pass138,244 miles (+665)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    138,244 miles
    Test number
    954167470052
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint both sides (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryRear slight play in diff bearings

  12. Fail137,579 miles1 repaired7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,579 miles
    Test number
    489169595138
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass137,579 miles (+1,032)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    137,579 miles
    Test number
    739449995124
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass136,547 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    136,547 miles
    Test number
    155867394136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail136,539 miles (+1,010)7 failures12 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,539 miles
    Test number
    616618084138
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteCoolant leak
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass135,529 miles (+947)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    135,529 miles
    Test number
    998196573133
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  17. Pass134,582 miles (+2,544)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    134,582 miles
    Test number
    686506092183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass132,038 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    132,038 miles
    Test number
    587096701261
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  19. Fail132,038 miles (+344)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,038 miles
    Test number
    878536601273
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  20. Pass131,694 miles (+6,880)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    131,694 miles
    Test number
    846547511146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges.
    • NoteSurface corrosion near rear subframe mounting points.

  21. Pass124,814 miles (+6,365)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2011
    Odometer
    124,814 miles
    Test number
    653345820107
    • NoteADVISE N/S BOTTOM BALL JOINT WORN / PLAY N/S REAR WHEEL BEARTING / O/S FRONT WHEEL BEARING PLAY

  22. Pass118,449 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2010
    Odometer
    118,449 miles
    Test number
    443288629103
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteGeneral surface rust around underside of vehicle

  23. Fail118,449 miles (+8,146)1 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,449 miles
    Test number
    821588029186
    • Repaired at testFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteGeneral surface rust around underside of vehicle

  24. Pass110,303 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    110,303 miles
    Test number
    214588308434
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  25. Fail110,303 miles (+9,515)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,303 miles
    Test number
    404657208192
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  26. Pass100,788 miles (+13,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    100,788 miles
    Test number
    384473307148
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass87,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    87,437 miles
    Test number
    404648406150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K8 ROW

Does K8 ROW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K8 ROW expired on 2 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K8 ROW?
The MOT on K8 ROW expired on 2 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K8 ROW done?
K8 ROW was recorded at 142,755 miles at its MOT on 3 May 2022, an average of 3,449 miles a year.
Has K8 ROW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 ROW has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on K8 ROW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Jul 2018. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K8 ROW find?
K8 ROW passed its latest MOT on 3 May 2022 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; oil leak, but not excessive rear diff seal leaking.

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