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Jaguar XK8

Silver · Petrol · 1997 · 3,980 cc

N5 RVGMOT history

N5 RVG is a silver petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 10 Jan 1997. Its MOT expired on 25 May 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 76,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 25 May 2024
Mileage
76,649 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
N5 RVG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,980 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
10 Jan 1997
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 May 2024
Latest MOT test
26 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

N5 RVG was last recorded at 76,649 miles on 26 May 2023, 196 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,453 miles · 20 May 2021
Between the last two tests
196 miles
Average per year
929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 76,649 miles
  • 2021 – 76,453 miles
  • 2015 – 76,348 miles
  • 2014 – 75,911 miles
  • 2013 – 75,187 miles
  • 2012 – 74,603 miles
  • 2011 – 74,192 miles
  • 2010 – 72,760 miles
  • 2009 – 71,205 miles
  • 2008 – 70,564 miles
  • 2007 – 67,352 miles
  • 2006 – 60,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,649 miles
  • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

16 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,649 miles (+196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,649 miles
    Test number
    563370010322
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under vehicle

  2. Pass76,453 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2022
    Odometer
    76,453 miles
    Test number
    861911004738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail76,453 miles (+105)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,453 miles
    Test number
    644809495081
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass76,348 miles (+437)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    76,348 miles
    Test number
    653229318911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,911 miles (+724)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    75,911 miles
    Test number
    997831224340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass75,187 miles (+584)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    75,187 miles
    Test number
    978312323341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,603 miles (+411)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    74,603 miles
    Test number
    397092522353
    • NoteRear bed mounts worn
    • NoteUnder body corroded

  8. Pass74,192 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    74,192 miles
    Test number
    757575121378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail74,190 miles (+1,430)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,190 miles
    Test number
    248959911370
    • FailureNearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass72,760 miles (+1,555)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,760 miles
    Test number
    450585990256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  11. Pass71,205 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    71,205 miles
    Test number
    890359089276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,205 miles (+641)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,205 miles
    Test number
    333658089205
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

  13. Pass70,564 miles (+82)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    70,564 miles
    Test number
    352442538219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail70,482 miles (+3,130)3 dangerous2 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,482 miles
    Test number
    264575328248
    • DangerousNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass67,352 miles (+6,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    67,352 miles
    Test number
    263878557489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass60,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    60,852 miles
    Test number
    203645646491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about N5 RVG

Does N5 RVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on N5 RVG expired on 25 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on N5 RVG?
The MOT on N5 RVG expired on 25 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has N5 RVG done?
N5 RVG was recorded at 76,649 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2023, an average of 929 miles a year.
Has N5 RVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. N5 RVG has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2021.
Has the mileage on N5 RVG 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 N5 RVG find?
N5 RVG passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2023 with 1 advisory: general corrosion under vehicle.

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