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Jaguar XK8

Beige · Petrol · 1997 · 3,980 cc

MHW 42MOT history

MHW 42 is a beige petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 28 Nov 1997. Its MOT is valid until 2 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 24 MOT tests, with 71,744 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 2 Jun 2027
Mileage
71,744 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
21 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,018 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
MHW 42
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,980 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
28 Nov 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

MHW 42 was last recorded at 71,744 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 871 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,873 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
871 miles
Average per year
1,018 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,744 miles
  • 2025 – 70,873 miles
  • 2024 – 70,381 miles
  • 2023 – 70,006 miles
  • 2022 – 69,738 miles
  • 2021 – 69,418 miles
  • 2020 – 69,066 miles
  • 2019 – 68,561 miles
  • 2018 – 67,183 miles
  • 2017 – 66,962 miles
  • 2016 – 66,562 miles
  • 2015 – 65,826 miles
  • 2014 – 64,797 miles
  • 2013 – 63,800 miles
  • 2012 – 62,947 miles
  • 2011 – 62,022 miles
  • 2010 – 60,381 miles
  • 2009 – 58,892 miles
  • 2008 – 57,074 miles
  • 2007 – 53,385 miles
  • 2006 – 51,302 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,744 miles
  • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play nearside rear and offside rear (5.1.3 (a) (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.

  • Wheel bearing has slight play nearside rear and offside rear wheel bearings

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,744 miles (+871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    71,744 miles
    Test number
    500790993299
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play nearside rear and offside rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass70,873 miles (+492)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    70,873 miles
    Test number
    664600144045
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play nearside rear and offside rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass70,381 miles (+375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,381 miles
    Test number
    662129665346
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play nearside rear and offside rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass70,006 miles (+268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    70,006 miles
    Test number
    283753118204
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play nearside rear and offside rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass69,738 miles (+320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    69,738 miles
    Test number
    383856229118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,418 miles (+352)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    69,418 miles
    Test number
    101706175097
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play nearside rear and offside rear wheel bearings (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass69,066 miles (+505)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    69,066 miles
    Test number
    625235952487
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass68,561 miles (+1,378)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,561 miles
    Test number
    187787826725
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass67,183 miles (+221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    67,183 miles
    Test number
    297274862175
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play nearside and offside rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass66,962 miles (+400)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,962 miles
    Test number
    861199511807
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both rears (2.6.2)

  11. Pass66,562 miles (+736)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,562 miles
    Test number
    164514587849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  12. Pass65,826 miles (+1,029)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    65,826 miles
    Test number
    205641745107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,797 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,797 miles
    Test number
    376713744189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail64,790 miles (+990)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,790 miles
    Test number
    686012944174
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Pass63,800 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2014
    Odometer
    63,800 miles
    Test number
    775687833132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail63,800 miles (+853)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,800 miles
    Test number
    346134233131
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass62,947 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,947 miles
    Test number
    317808332191
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail62,947 miles (+925)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,947 miles
    Test number
    936658732100
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass62,022 miles (+1,641)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2012
    Odometer
    62,022 miles
    Test number
    499223031162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass60,381 miles (+1,489)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    60,381 miles
    Test number
    633647230147
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass58,892 miles (+1,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    58,892 miles
    Test number
    334571729173
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass57,074 miles (+3,689)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2009
    Odometer
    57,074 miles
    Test number
    870922628114
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass53,385 miles (+2,083)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,385 miles
    Test number
    360413327162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass51,302 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2007
    Odometer
    51,302 miles
    Test number
    911163626148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about MHW 42

What vehicle is registration MHW 42 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show MHW 42 on a beige petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 28 Nov 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does MHW 42 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on MHW 42 is valid until 2 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on MHW 42?
The MOT on MHW 42 is valid until 2 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has MHW 42 done?
MHW 42 was recorded at 71,744 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 1,018 miles a year.
Has MHW 42 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. MHW 42 has failed 3 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2014.
Has the mileage on MHW 42 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 MHW 42 find?
MHW 42 passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: wheel bearing has slight play nearside rear and offside rear.

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