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Jaguar XK8

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

L40 CHAMOT history

L40 CHA is a red petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 6 Nov 1998. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 67,638 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jun 2027
Mileage
67,638 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 CHA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
6 Nov 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 CHA was last recorded at 67,638 miles on 21 May 2026, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,591 miles · 20 May 2026
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
2,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 67,638 miles
  • 2025 – 65,824 miles
  • 2024 – 62,560 miles
  • 2023 – 57,697 miles
  • 2022 – 54,656 miles
  • 2021 – 54,509 miles
  • 2020 – 39,968 miles
  • 2019 – 38,387 miles
  • 2018 – 36,084 miles
  • 2017 – 32,825 miles
  • 2016 – 31,068 miles
  • 2015 – 27,958 miles
  • 2013 – 26,682 miles
  • 2012 – 25,804 miles
  • 2011 – 25,375 miles
  • 2010 – 24,841 miles
  • 2009 – 23,607 miles
  • 2008 – 23,136 miles
  • 2007 – 22,718 miles
  • 2006 – 21,868 miles
  • 2005 – 19,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass67,638 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFloor panels and previous welded repairs are coated in selear and undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • General under body corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Mot test carried out in wet conditions

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2005–2006

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass67,638 miles (+47)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    67,638 miles
    Test number
    223928890065
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor panels and previous welded repairs are coated in selear and underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail67,591 miles (+1,767)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,591 miles
    Test number
    467485666796
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded All 4 springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor panels and previous welded repairs are coated in selear and underseal
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass65,824 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    65,824 miles
    Test number
    691200760238
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded light corrosion on coils springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor panels and previous welded repairs are coated in sealer and underseal

  4. Fail65,824 miles (+3,264)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,824 miles
    Test number
    298324245115
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded light corrosion on coils springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFloor panels and previous welded repairs are coated in sealer and underseal

  5. Pass62,560 miles (+173)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    62,560 miles
    Test number
    998281794548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail62,387 miles (+4,690)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,387 miles
    Test number
    893077633633
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

  7. Pass57,697 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    57,697 miles
    Test number
    599755025694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens is cracked but does not effect emitted lamp quality
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail57,697 miles (+3,041)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,697 miles
    Test number
    958630185900
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2454518 on outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp lens is cracked but does not effect emitted lamp quality
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass54,656 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    54,656 miles
    Test number
    781281604977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass54,509 miles (+14,541)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    54,509 miles
    Test number
    402821042221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,968 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    39,968 miles
    Test number
    344217983652
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  12. Fail39,964 miles (+1,577)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,964 miles
    Test number
    724584560863
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced borderline pass (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  13. Pass38,387 miles (+2,303)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,387 miles
    Test number
    438050595661
    • AdvisoryMot test carried out in wet conditions

  14. Pass36,084 miles (+3,259)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    36,084 miles
    Test number
    656787151990
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in rear wheel bearings

  15. Pass32,825 miles (+1,757)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    32,825 miles
    Test number
    426697653628
    • AdvisoryMot test carried out in wet conditions

  16. Pass31,068 miles (+3,110)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    31,068 miles
    Test number
    199658523352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,958 miles (+1,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    27,958 miles
    Test number
    939051185197
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass26,682 miles (+878)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    26,682 miles
    Test number
    816029613325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass25,804 miles (+429)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    25,804 miles
    Test number
    625090122306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,375 miles (+534)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    25,375 miles
    Test number
    415025811340
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Pass24,841 miles (+1,234)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    24,841 miles
    Test number
    121022290265
    • NoteCorrosion to off side front floor

  22. Pass23,607 miles (+471)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    23,607 miles
    Test number
    321257019323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass23,136 miles (+418)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    23,136 miles
    Test number
    712937718320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass22,718 miles (+850)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    22,718 miles
    Test number
    762425407362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    21,868 miles
    Test number
    514936406305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail21,868 miles (+2,388)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,868 miles
    Test number
    242366706396
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • NoteAdvise surface corrosion on offside front lower floor area

  27. Pass19,480 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    19,480 miles
    Test number
    963507305345
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L40 CHA

Does L40 CHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 CHA is valid until 6 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 CHA?
The MOT on L40 CHA is valid until 6 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 CHA done?
L40 CHA was recorded at 67,638 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 2,344 miles a year.
Has L40 CHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 CHA has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 CHA 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 L40 CHA find?
L40 CHA passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 5 advisories: coil spring corroded all 4 springs corroded; floor panels and previous welded repairs are coated in selear and underseal; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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