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Jaguar XK8

Grey · Petrol · 2001 · 3,995 cc

LS51 WMYMOT history

LS51 WMY is a grey petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 2 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 70,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jul 2026.

LS51 WMY grey Jaguar XK8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar XK8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
70,458 mi
At MOT on 3 Jul 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 WMY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 WMY was last recorded at 70,458 miles on 3 Jul 2026, 4,439 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,019 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,439 miles
Average per year
2,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,458 miles
  • 2025 – 66,019 miles
  • 2024 – 62,318 miles
  • 2023 – 60,330 miles
  • 2022 – 58,006 miles
  • 2021 – 57,773 miles
  • 2020 – 56,384 miles
  • 2018 – 54,571 miles
  • 2016 – 53,601 miles
  • 2015 – 51,588 miles
  • 2014 – 48,423 miles
  • 2013 – 47,698 miles
  • 2012 – 45,460 miles
  • 2011 – 42,950 miles
  • 2010 – 39,817 miles
  • 2009 – 37,751 miles
  • 2008 – 34,318 miles
  • 2007 – 31,977 miles
  • 2006 – 30,393 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,458 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,458 miles (+4,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    70,458 miles
    Test number
    227901276776
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass66,019 miles (+3,701)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    66,019 miles
    Test number
    126009719155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass62,318 miles (+1,988)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    62,318 miles
    Test number
    851736763327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass60,330 miles (+2,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    60,330 miles
    Test number
    360555815646
    • AdvisoryUnderside coated in oil

  5. Pass58,006 miles (+233)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    58,006 miles
    Test number
    773815034716
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass57,773 miles (+1,389)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    57,773 miles
    Test number
    924478599775
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass56,384 miles (+1,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    56,384 miles
    Test number
    262950074865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass54,571 miles (+970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    54,571 miles
    Test number
    582341239108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor has been repaired but unable to check under plate for damaged or corrosion.

  9. Pass53,601 miles (+2,013)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,601 miles
    Test number
    718614474747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass51,588 miles (+3,165)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    51,588 miles
    Test number
    797056875190
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inside edge

  11. Pass48,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,423 miles
    Test number
    297833544162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail48,423 miles (+725)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,423 miles
    Test number
    509662144119
    • FailureNearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

  13. Pass47,698 miles (+2,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    47,698 miles
    Test number
    899806973205
    • 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)

  14. Pass45,460 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,460 miles
    Test number
    976526072291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail45,454 miles (+2,504)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,454 miles
    Test number
    166290072238
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass42,950 miles (+3,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    42,950 miles
    Test number
    239827071265
    • 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)

  17. Pass39,817 miles (+2,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,817 miles
    Test number
    964378170249
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  18. Pass37,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    37,751 miles
    Test number
    354951089484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,751 miles (+3,433)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,751 miles
    Test number
    831930989279
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass34,318 miles (+2,341)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    34,318 miles
    Test number
    681823588216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail31,977 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,977 miles
    Test number
    230514377208
    • Repaired at testBootlid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.4.1)
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs scorring and pitting

  22. Pass31,977 miles (+1,584)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    31,977 miles
    Test number
    994214177246
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs scorring and pitting

  23. Pass30,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    30,393 miles
    Test number
    571202586273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 WMY

Does LS51 WMY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 WMY is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 WMY?
The MOT on LS51 WMY is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 WMY done?
LS51 WMY was recorded at 70,458 miles at its MOT on 3 Jul 2026, an average of 2,030 miles a year.
Has LS51 WMY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 WMY has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2014.
Has the mileage on LS51 WMY 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 LS51 WMY find?
LS51 WMY passed its latest MOT on 3 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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