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Jaguar XK8

White · Petrol · 1997 · 3,995 cc

L9 EARMOT history

L9 EAR is a white petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 20 Jun 1997. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 123,872 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
123,872 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
885 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L9 EAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
20 Jun 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L9 EAR was last recorded at 123,872 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 1,104 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,768 miles · 14 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,104 miles
Average per year
885 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 123,872 miles
  • 2024 – 122,768 miles
  • 2023 – 122,011 miles
  • 2022 – 121,205 miles
  • 2021 – 120,720 miles
  • 2020 – 119,978 miles
  • 2019 – 119,486 miles
  • 2018 – 119,026 miles
  • 2017 – 118,347 miles
  • 2016 – 117,635 miles
  • 2015 – 116,305 miles
  • 2014 – 115,888 miles
  • 2013 – 114,461 miles
  • 2012 – 113,704 miles
  • 2011 – 112,422 miles
  • 2010 – 111,117 miles
  • 2009 – 108,924 miles
  • 2008 – 108,674 miles
  • 2007 – 108,177 miles
  • 2006 – 106,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,872 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,872 miles (+1,104)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    123,872 miles
    Test number
    444452289233
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass122,768 miles (+757)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    122,768 miles
    Test number
    784223795076
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass122,011 miles (+806)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    122,011 miles
    Test number
    786362742638
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass121,205 miles (+22)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    121,205 miles
    Test number
    533264152849
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail121,183 miles (+463)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,183 miles
    Test number
    405127807385
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass120,720 miles (+742)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    120,720 miles
    Test number
    752253587215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass119,978 miles (+492)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    119,978 miles
    Test number
    124620584743
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  8. Pass119,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,486 miles
    Test number
    392506764695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail119,486 miles (+460)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,486 miles
    Test number
    861912012565
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake cable insecure Handbrake cable snapped (1.1.15 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Rubber around brake ferrel perished, advise replace hose

  10. Pass119,026 miles (+679)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    119,026 miles
    Test number
    598011414689

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,347 miles (+712)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    118,347 miles
    Test number
    117633197585

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,635 miles (+1,330)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    117,635 miles
    Test number
    360409845333
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Box at repair (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass116,305 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,305 miles
    Test number
    776041305225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,302 miles (+414)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,302 miles
    Test number
    109971905258
    • FailureFront registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

  15. Pass115,888 miles (+1,427)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,888 miles
    Test number
    395091884173
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass114,461 miles (+757)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    114,461 miles
    Test number
    145244083140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass113,704 miles (+1,282)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    113,704 miles
    Test number
    366320802440
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight play in rear suspension joints
    • NoteVarious corrosion to underside and suspension components

  18. Pass112,422 miles (+1,305)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    112,422 miles
    Test number
    445916291106
    • NoteNearside and offside front floor pans corroded

  19. Pass111,117 miles (+2,193)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    111,117 miles
    Test number
    224162980464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass108,924 miles (+250)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    108,924 miles
    Test number
    224821399415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass108,674 miles (+497)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    108,674 miles
    Test number
    123692188132
    • NoteAll brake pipes rusted and suspension

  22. Pass108,177 miles (+1,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    108,177 miles
    Test number
    262964497441
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass106,756 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    106,756 miles
    Test number
    300926866132
    • NoteNail in tyre

Questions about L9 EAR

Does L9 EAR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L9 EAR expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L9 EAR?
The MOT on L9 EAR expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L9 EAR done?
L9 EAR was recorded at 123,872 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 885 miles a year.
Has L9 EAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L9 EAR has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on L9 EAR 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 L9 EAR find?
L9 EAR passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: front coil spring corroded; rear coil spring corroded.

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