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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1996 · 3,980 cc

K8 VXKMOT history

K8 VXK is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 30 Dec 1996. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 145,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
145,812 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,851 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K8 VXK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,980 cc
Year of manufacture
1996
First used
30 Dec 1996
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K8 VXK was last recorded at 145,812 miles on 13 Jul 2026, 307 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,505 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
307 miles
Average per year
3,851 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,812 miles
  • 2025 – 145,505 miles
  • 2024 – 145,097 miles
  • 2023 – 144,979 miles
  • 2022 – 144,435 miles
  • 2021 – 142,687 miles
  • 2020 – 137,517 miles
  • 2019 – 132,529 miles
  • 2018 – 129,063 miles
  • 2017 – 124,742 miles
  • 2016 – 120,955 miles
  • 2015 – 108,769 miles
  • 2014 – 99,232 miles
  • 2013 – 87,452 miles
  • 2012 – 85,473 miles
  • 2011 – 82,934 miles
  • 2010 – 79,910 miles
  • 2009 – 77,909 miles
  • 2008 – 75,132 miles
  • 2007 – 72,146 miles
  • 2006 – 68,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,812 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

  • Nearside boot strut broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside steering rack arm has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,812 miles (+307)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    145,812 miles
    Test number
    273867672736
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass145,505 miles (+408)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    145,505 miles
    Test number
    497531617993
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,097 miles (+118)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    145,097 miles
    Test number
    657434803150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass144,979 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    144,979 miles
    Test number
    169978807935
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside boot strut broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake warning light faulty

  5. Fail144,979 miles (+544)1 dangerous10 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,979 miles
    Test number
    331097284072
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded chassis (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside boot strut broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside bonnet latch not locking shut

  6. Pass144,435 miles (+1,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    144,435 miles
    Test number
    107147116547
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Pass142,687 miles (+5,170)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,687 miles
    Test number
    585147012261
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass137,517 miles (+205)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    137,517 miles
    Test number
    971175248022
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle @rear

  9. Fail137,312 miles (+4,783)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,312 miles
    Test number
    310617446336
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion to underside of vehicle at rear

  10. Pass132,529 miles (+3,466)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    132,529 miles
    Test number
    202434662935
    • AdvisoryN.S Floor corroded not within specified area for failure
    • AdvisoryRear chassis slight corroded

  11. Pass129,063 miles (+4,321)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    129,063 miles
    Test number
    833380691146
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to N.S.Floor pan not within specified area
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion both sides rear chassis rail

  12. Pass124,742 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,742 miles
    Test number
    658691749782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail124,740 miles (+3,785)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,740 miles
    Test number
    561889739541
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass120,955 miles (+331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    120,955 miles
    Test number
    802325624611
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack arm has slight play

  15. Fail120,624 miles (+11,855)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,624 miles
    Test number
    646587272780
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside steering rack arm has slight play

  16. Pass108,769 miles (+9,537)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,769 miles
    Test number
    646064955157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass99,232 miles (+11,780)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    99,232 miles
    Test number
    865169764198
    • 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. Pass87,452 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,452 miles
    Test number
    258863383497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail87,426 miles (+1,953)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,426 miles
    Test number
    978375473195
    • FailureNearside Rear 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)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  20. Pass85,473 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    85,473 miles
    Test number
    229799132400
    • 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)

  21. Fail85,473 miles (+2,539)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,473 miles
    Test number
    297219832166
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • 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)

  22. Pass82,934 miles (+3,024)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2012
    Odometer
    82,934 miles
    Test number
    356148131158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass79,910 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,910 miles
    Test number
    210748840172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail79,908 miles (+1,999)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,908 miles
    Test number
    873746540101
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass77,909 miles (+2,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    77,909 miles
    Test number
    422665039122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass75,132 miles (+2,986)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    75,132 miles
    Test number
    270988848190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass72,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    72,146 miles
    Test number
    172958737111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail72,146 miles (+3,818)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,146 miles
    Test number
    472317937166
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteDrivers seat switch faulty

  29. Pass68,328 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    68,328 miles
    Test number
    721030356159
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about K8 VXK

Does K8 VXK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K8 VXK is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on K8 VXK?
The MOT on K8 VXK is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K8 VXK done?
K8 VXK was recorded at 145,812 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2026, an average of 3,851 miles a year.
Has K8 VXK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K8 VXK has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on K8 VXK 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 VXK find?
K8 VXK passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; nearside rear subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive; offside front suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 1 more.

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