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Jaguar XK8

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

R641 FEXMOT history

R641 FEX is a red petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 8 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 111,200 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
111,200 mi
At MOT on 5 May 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,935 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R641 FEX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
8 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
5 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

R641 FEX was last recorded at 111,200 miles on 5 May 2026, 520 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,680 miles · 29 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
520 miles
Average per year
1,935 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,200 miles
  • 2025 – 110,680 miles
  • 2024 – 109,832 miles
  • 2023 – 108,896 miles
  • 2022 – 108,230 miles
  • 2021 – 106,808 miles
  • 2020 – 106,801 miles
  • 2019 – 106,602 miles
  • 2016 – 106,320 miles
  • 2015 – 105,583 miles
  • 2014 – 103,074 miles
  • 2013 – 98,939 miles
  • 2012 – 96,226 miles
  • 2011 – 93,044 miles
  • 2010 – 89,807 miles
  • 2009 – 87,138 miles
  • 2007 – 81,232 miles
  • 2006 – 72,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,200 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 spring/shock areas nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear underside undersealed including all suspension components and brake pipes/hoses

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass111,200 miles (+520)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    111,200 miles
    Test number
    387311410468
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 spring/shock areas nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear underside undersealed including all suspension components and brake pipes/hoses

  2. Pass110,680 miles (+848)4 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2026
    Odometer
    110,680 miles
    Test number
    628879976051
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and across front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge smooth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 nearside and offside (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded x2 nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive x2 nearside and offside spring /shock mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play x2 nearside and offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass109,832 miles (+936)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2025
    Odometer
    109,832 miles
    Test number
    921327999748
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mounting -undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount - undersealed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive all mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play x2 n/s and o/s (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,896 miles (+666)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2024
    Odometer
    108,896 miles
    Test number
    213942231005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive spring mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass108,230 miles (+1,422)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2023
    Odometer
    108,230 miles
    Test number
    631449083552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear handbrake lazy

  6. Pass106,808 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    106,808 miles
    Test number
    810782705989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass106,807 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    106,807 miles
    Test number
    928198820380
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner chassis small area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass106,801 miles (+199)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,801 miles
    Test number
    827874410720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front of floor/chassis corroded and holed

  9. Pass106,602 miles (+151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    106,602 miles
    Test number
    155946841593
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail106,451 miles (+131)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,451 miles
    Test number
    457585221847
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all underside including attachments corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  11. Pass106,320 miles (+6)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    106,320 miles
    Test number
    199564018403
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

  12. Fail106,314 miles (+731)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,314 miles
    Test number
    783099598569
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Both front (5.2.6)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass105,583 miles (+2,509)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    105,583 miles
    Test number
    649697215072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  14. Pass103,074 miles (+4,135)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    103,074 miles
    Test number
    456548014056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  15. Pass98,939 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    98,939 miles
    Test number
    147022213004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail98,939 miles (+2,713)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,939 miles
    Test number
    197762413059
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  17. Pass96,226 miles (+3,182)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    96,226 miles
    Test number
    597044122000
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brake disks slightly worn

  18. Pass93,044 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    93,044 miles
    Test number
    865638321051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

  19. Fail93,044 miles (+3,237)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,044 miles
    Test number
    596548321098
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Macpherson strut has slight play in the sliding bush or gland (2.5.B.1b)

  20. Pass89,807 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    89,807 miles
    Test number
    200578320063
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail89,807 miles (+2,669)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,807 miles
    Test number
    191139410438
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass87,138 miles (+5,906)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    87,138 miles
    Test number
    693150129006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,232 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    81,232 miles
    Test number
    420042277217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail81,222 miles (+9,214)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,222 miles
    Test number
    391861877464
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass72,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    72,008 miles
    Test number
    192963336475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R641 FEX

Does R641 FEX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on R641 FEX is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on R641 FEX?
The MOT on R641 FEX is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has R641 FEX done?
R641 FEX was recorded at 111,200 miles at its MOT on 5 May 2026, an average of 1,935 miles a year.
Has R641 FEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R641 FEX has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2019.
Has the mileage on R641 FEX 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 R641 FEX find?
R641 FEX passed its latest MOT on 5 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; rear coil spring corroded x2 nearside and offside, and 3 more.

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