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Jaguar XJ

Blue · Petrol · 1997 · 3,996 cc

K8 TSPMOT history

K8 TSP is a blue petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 1 Jan 1997. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 145,454 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
145,454 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 TSP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
1 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 TSP was last recorded at 145,454 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,542 miles · 4 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
912 miles
Average per year
3,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,454 miles
  • 2025 – 144,542 miles
  • 2024 – 143,563 miles
  • 2021 – 143,329 miles
  • 2020 – 142,695 miles
  • 2019 – 141,384 miles
  • 2018 – 139,316 miles
  • 2017 – 136,743 miles
  • 2016 – 134,311 miles
  • 2015 – 132,786 miles
  • 2014 – 129,558 miles
  • 2013 – 124,443 miles
  • 2012 – 118,353 miles
  • 2011 – 112,936 miles
  • 2010 – 108,757 miles
  • 2009 – 100,131 miles
  • 2008 – 95,021 miles
  • 2007 – 90,667 miles
  • 2006 – 82,814 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,454 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,454 miles (+912)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    145,454 miles
    Test number
    991551263771
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. Pass144,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    144,542 miles
    Test number
    280906932005
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail144,542 miles (+9)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,542 miles
    Test number
    938271944737
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail144,533 miles (+970)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,533 miles
    Test number
    410158616093
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside + Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside + Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass143,563 miles (+128)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    143,563 miles
    Test number
    571303246654
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail143,435 miles (+106)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,435 miles
    Test number
    249881875976
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass143,329 miles (+634)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    143,329 miles
    Test number
    660913358858
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass142,695 miles (+1,311)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    142,695 miles
    Test number
    149172083588
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass141,384 miles (+2,068)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    141,384 miles
    Test number
    978370104957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,316 miles (+2,573)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    139,316 miles
    Test number
    142056613062
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass136,743 miles (+2,432)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    136,743 miles
    Test number
    426215145152
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced both sides (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion both sides inner and outer sills (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass134,311 miles (+1,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    134,311 miles
    Test number
    385439624976
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer doorsills (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner and outer doorsill (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass132,786 miles (+3,228)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    132,786 miles
    Test number
    636437315204
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass129,558 miles (+5,115)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    129,558 miles
    Test number
    557882614257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass124,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    124,443 miles
    Test number
    295782343421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail124,439 miles (+6,086)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,439 miles
    Test number
    387272043169
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass118,353 miles (+21)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    118,353 miles
    Test number
    196719132119
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail118,332 miles (+5,396)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,332 miles
    Test number
    619588032112
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail112,936 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,936 miles
    Test number
    455342531192
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass112,936 miles (+4,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    112,936 miles
    Test number
    528092631123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass108,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    108,757 miles
    Test number
    792081740114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail108,757 miles (+8,626)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,757 miles
    Test number
    330190640147
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass100,131 miles (+5,110)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    100,131 miles
    Test number
    172836559408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass95,021 miles (+4,354)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2009
    Odometer
    95,021 miles
    Test number
    192994338134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass90,667 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    90,667 miles
    Test number
    542386867140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail90,641 miles (+7,827)2 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,641 miles
    Test number
    644693757108
    • DangerousNail in offside rear tyre
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

  27. Pass82,814 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    82,814 miles
    Test number
    543596746021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail82,814 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,814 miles
    Test number
    843396646034
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • NoteAdvise off side rear tyre low 2 mm

Questions about K8 TSP

Does K8 TSP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 TSP is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 TSP?
The MOT on K8 TSP is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 TSP done?
K8 TSP was recorded at 145,454 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 3,047 miles a year.
Has K8 TSP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 TSP has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on K8 TSP 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 TSP find?
K8 TSP passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal; offside rear vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security seal.

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