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Jaguar XK8

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 3,995 cc

L99 PUPMOT history

L99 PUP is a green petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 26 Mar 1997. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 119,777 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
119,777 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
800 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 PUP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
26 Mar 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 PUP was last recorded at 119,777 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 2,597 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Apr 2024: 115,104 miles, lower than 120,946 miles on 7 Mar 2023.

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
117,180 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,597 miles
Average per year
800 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,777 miles
  • 2025 – 117,180 miles
  • 2024 – 115,104 miles
  • 2023 – 120,946 miles
  • 2022 – 120,472 miles
  • 2021 – 119,964 miles
  • 2019 – 119,044 miles
  • 2017 – 118,592 miles
  • 2016 – 118,467 miles
  • 2015 – 118,071 miles
  • 2014 – 117,710 miles
  • 2013 – 117,012 miles
  • 2012 – 116,279 miles
  • 2011 – 115,308 miles
  • 2010 – 114,160 miles
  • 2009 – 112,728 miles
  • 2008 – 112,569 miles
  • 2007 – 110,774 miles
  • 2006 – 103,862 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,777 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,777 miles (+2,597)5 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    119,777 miles
    Test number
    178989286123
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  2. Pass117,180 miles (+2,076)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    117,180 miles
    Test number
    866896679102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass115,104 miles (-5,842)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    115,104 miles
    Test number
    620190949000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,946 miles (+474)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    120,946 miles
    Test number
    970216376892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,472 miles (+508)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    120,472 miles
    Test number
    473902102110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass119,964 miles (+920)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    119,964 miles
    Test number
    926646946411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass119,044 miles (+452)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    119,044 miles
    Test number
    549877594822

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,592 miles (+125)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    118,592 miles
    Test number
    881499022489
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished but can not see any cords

  9. Pass118,467 miles (+396)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    118,467 miles
    Test number
    174785407957

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass118,071 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    118,071 miles
    Test number
    245465933959
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres showing signs of ageing and cracking
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both rear outer sills

  11. Fail118,071 miles (+361)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,071 miles
    Test number
    206887013382
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryAll tyres showing signs of ageing and cracking
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to both rear outer sills

  12. Pass117,710 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    117,710 miles
    Test number
    909909624307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail117,709 miles (+697)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,709 miles
    Test number
    688368224319
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass117,012 miles (+733)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    117,012 miles
    Test number
    757743333341
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSlight earth fault offside rear lamp

  15. Pass116,279 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    116,279 miles
    Test number
    555196222382
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Fail116,276 miles (+968)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,276 miles
    Test number
    366595222347
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  17. Pass115,308 miles (+1,148)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    115,308 miles
    Test number
    487729811401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass114,160 miles (+1,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    114,160 miles
    Test number
    394696410312
    • 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)

  19. Pass112,728 miles (+159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    112,728 miles
    Test number
    522873419317
    • 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)

  20. Pass112,569 miles (+1,795)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    112,569 miles
    Test number
    290230228303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass110,774 miles (+300)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    110,774 miles
    Test number
    404614827330
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteADVISE N/S/F FOG LIGHT NOT WORKING

  22. Fail110,474 miles (+6,612)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,474 miles
    Test number
    813897317333
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteADVISE N/S/F FOG LIGHT NOT WORKING

  23. Pass103,862 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    103,862 miles
    Test number
    914725976246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteADVISE HEADLIGHT AIM VERY LOW,,, ADJUSTED TO LEGAL LIMIT

Questions about L99 PUP

Does L99 PUP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 PUP is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L99 PUP?
The MOT on L99 PUP is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 PUP done?
L99 PUP was recorded at 119,777 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 800 miles a year.
Has L99 PUP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 PUP has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2015.
Has the mileage on L99 PUP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Apr 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L99 PUP find?
L99 PUP passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 5 minor defects: nearside front brake hose slightly damaged; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; offside front brake hose slightly damaged, and 2 more.

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