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Jaguar XK8

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,196 cc

L5 CRHMOT history

L5 CRH is a black petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 38,950 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

L5 CRH black Jaguar XK8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar XK8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Oct 2027
Mileage
38,950 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 CRH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 CRH was last recorded at 38,950 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 21 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
38,929 miles · 24 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
21 miles
Average per year
1,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 38,950 miles
  • 2025 – 38,929 miles
  • 2024 – 38,900 miles
  • 2023 – 36,911 miles
  • 2018 – 36,826 miles
  • 2017 – 36,750 miles
  • 2016 – 36,521 miles
  • 2015 – 36,251 miles
  • 2014 – 35,357 miles
  • 2013 – 34,252 miles
  • 2012 – 31,706 miles
  • 2011 – 29,471 miles
  • 2010 – 27,464 miles
  • 2009 – 24,302 miles
  • 2008 – 19,131 miles
  • 2007 – 14,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass38,950 miles
  • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (both sides) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCondition of suspension/brake components (rusty)

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.

  • Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front floor corroded but not within 30cm of any component

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass38,950 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    38,950 miles
    Test number
    997739289827
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (both sides) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCondition of suspension/brake components (rusty)

  2. Pass38,929 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    38,929 miles
    Test number
    711802940903
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (upper and lower) (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass38,900 miles (+1,989)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2025
    Odometer
    38,900 miles
    Test number
    770097564474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass36,911 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2024
    Odometer
    36,911 miles
    Test number
    587576831943
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  5. Fail36,911 miles (+85)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,911 miles
    Test number
    657076433128
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  6. Pass36,826 miles (+76)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    36,826 miles
    Test number
    558473798338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Underside of vehicle has corrosion

  7. Pass36,750 miles (+229)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    36,750 miles
    Test number
    647671981515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass36,521 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    36,521 miles
    Test number
    663677586044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded but not within 30cm of any component

  9. Fail36,521 miles (+270)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,521 miles
    Test number
    788488274279
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor corroded but not within 30cm of any component

  10. Pass36,251 miles (+894)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    36,251 miles
    Test number
    136889945412
    • NoteFront wipers poor
    • NoteNearside front floor support bracket corroded requires attention

  11. Pass35,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    35,357 miles
    Test number
    157052924481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail35,357 miles (+1,105)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,357 miles
    Test number
    509762424030
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Fail34,252 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    315772143074
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass34,252 miles (+2,546)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    34,252 miles
    Test number
    589762943005
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass31,706 miles (+2,235)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    31,706 miles
    Test number
    749419032043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass29,471 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    29,471 miles
    Test number
    156418921007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail29,471 miles (+2,007)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,471 miles
    Test number
    828848521053
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp insecure (1.2.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass27,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    27,464 miles
    Test number
    610432720012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail27,462 miles (+3,160)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,462 miles
    Test number
    810102620035
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  20. Pass24,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,302 miles
    Test number
    981270439083
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail24,297 miles (+5,166)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,297 miles
    Test number
    661440539062
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

  22. Pass19,131 miles (+4,650)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    19,131 miles
    Test number
    343525438081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,481 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    14,481 miles
    Test number
    910496537040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 CRH

Does L5 CRH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 CRH is valid until 23 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 CRH?
The MOT on L5 CRH is valid until 23 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 CRH done?
L5 CRH was recorded at 38,950 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 1,241 miles a year.
Has L5 CRH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 CRH has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on L5 CRH 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 L5 CRH find?
L5 CRH passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower (both sides); condition of suspension/brake components (rusty).

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