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Jaguar XK8

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 3,995 cc

L8 VPLMOT history

L8 VPL is a black petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 19 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 146,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
146,829 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,786 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 VPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
19 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 VPL was last recorded at 146,829 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 Jul 2012: 10,048 miles, lower than 99,983 miles on 24 May 2012.

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
146,821 miles · 10 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,786 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,829 miles
  • 2024 – 146,006 miles
  • 2022 – 144,731 miles
  • 2021 – 143,168 miles
  • 2020 – 138,794 miles
  • 2018 – 130,883 miles
  • 2017 – 122,087 miles
  • 2016 – 114,217 miles
  • 2015 – 106,058 miles
  • 2014 – 100,388 miles
  • 2012 – 10,048 miles
  • 2011 – 98,471 miles
  • 2010 – 96,164 miles
  • 2009 – 91,777 miles
  • 2008 – 82,992 miles
  • 2007 – 76,275 miles
  • 2006 – 70,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,829 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass146,829 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    146,829 miles
    Test number
    764802437531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail146,821 miles (+815)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,821 miles
    Test number
    502013012497
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear of floor (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass146,006 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    146,006 miles
    Test number
    588486232897
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above the front subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  4. Fail146,006 miles (+1,275)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,006 miles
    Test number
    721875744133
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above the front subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  5. Pass144,731 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    144,731 miles
    Test number
    154708224399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail144,722 miles (+1,554)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,722 miles
    Test number
    401134753990
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested off scale (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass143,168 miles (+4,374)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    143,168 miles
    Test number
    647955223438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,794 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    138,794 miles
    Test number
    512335666571
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail138,794 miles (+7,911)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,794 miles
    Test number
    555727245688
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass130,883 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    130,883 miles
    Test number
    940076264730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail130,883 miles (+8,796)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,883 miles
    Test number
    528993243924
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass122,087 miles (+7,870)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    122,087 miles
    Test number
    177040363045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass114,217 miles (+8,159)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    114,217 miles
    Test number
    614420241648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass106,058 miles (+5,670)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    106,058 miles
    Test number
    805240725214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,388 miles (+90,340)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    100,388 miles
    Test number
    845393234218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass10,048 miles (-89,935)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    10,048 miles
    Test number
    717582602211
    • NoteRear tyres low
    • NoteVarious rusty bits underneth

  17. Fail99,983 miles (+63)2 dangerous1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,983 miles
    Test number
    259475042462
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres 2.5 - 3.0mm
    • NoteStrong smell of petrol when engine running, no signs of fuel leaking
    • NoteVerious areas of surface rust to underbody areas

  18. Fail99,920 miles (+1,449)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,920 miles
    Test number
    407774922110
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively chafed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Pass98,471 miles (+2,307)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    98,471 miles
    Test number
    689006421132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOs+nsf floor corroded

  20. Pass96,164 miles (+4,387)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2011
    Odometer
    96,164 miles
    Test number
    302509000120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass91,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2010
    Odometer
    91,777 miles
    Test number
    273132519126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail91,777 miles (+8,785)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,777 miles
    Test number
    851041119143
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteAdvanced corrosion o/s + n/s/f floor

  23. Pass82,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2009
    Odometer
    82,992 miles
    Test number
    214715118420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail82,992 miles (+6,717)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,992 miles
    Test number
    220355218420
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  25. Pass76,275 miles (+5,762)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    76,275 miles
    Test number
    522484417162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass70,513 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2007
    Odometer
    70,513 miles
    Test number
    213337816109
    • NoteFront brake pads approx.75% worn
    • NoteNear side front lower ball joint gaiter split
    • NoteSurface rust both front floors

Questions about L8 VPL

Does L8 VPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 VPL is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 VPL?
The MOT on L8 VPL is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 VPL done?
L8 VPL was recorded at 146,829 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 3,786 miles a year.
Has L8 VPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 VPL has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 VPL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 Jul 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L8 VPL find?
L8 VPL passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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