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Jaguar XK8

Green · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

S21 XKBMOT history

S21 XKB is a green petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 21 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 73,849 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2023
Mileage
73,849 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2022
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 XKB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
21 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 XKB was last recorded at 73,849 miles on 21 Dec 2022, 6,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,651 miles · 14 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
6,198 miles
Average per year
2,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 73,849 miles
  • 2021 – 67,651 miles
  • 2020 – 66,756 miles
  • 2019 – 64,748 miles
  • 2018 – 60,566 miles
  • 2017 – 57,180 miles
  • 2016 – 54,654 miles
  • 2015 – 51,251 miles
  • 2014 – 48,745 miles
  • 2012 – 48,459 miles
  • 2011 – 43,911 miles
  • 2010 – 39,772 miles
  • 2009 – 35,521 miles
  • 2008 – 29,862 miles
  • 2007 – 28,165 miles
  • 2005 – 27,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,849 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner top wishbone bushes have slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Dust cover also poor. (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner top wishbone bushes have slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Dust cover also poor. (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Cross frame corroded. (Front under-side) Advise repair/replacement. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure4 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,849 miles (+6,198)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,849 miles
    Test number
    249820607194
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner top wishbone bushes have slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Dust cover also poor. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner top wishbone bushes have slight play. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Dust cover also poor. (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Cross frame corroded. (Front under-side) Advise repair/replacement. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass67,651 miles (+61)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    67,651 miles
    Test number
    324018615077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail67,590 miles (+16)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,590 miles
    Test number
    639404969941
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  4. Fail67,574 miles (+818)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,574 miles
    Test number
    148778642403
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Nearside and offside (5.3.2 (c))

  5. Pass66,756 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    66,756 miles
    Test number
    369322592416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail66,680 miles (+1,932)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,680 miles
    Test number
    674300949035
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass64,748 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,748 miles
    Test number
    480187394239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail64,710 miles (+4,144)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,710 miles
    Test number
    959465260855
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced arch (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass60,566 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    60,566 miles
    Test number
    966478016845
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sill slight corrosion

  10. Fail60,548 miles (+3,368)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,548 miles
    Test number
    412274752837
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sill slight corrosion

  11. Pass57,180 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    57,180 miles
    Test number
    182948457408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail57,151 miles (+2,497)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,151 miles
    Test number
    461731002853
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

  13. Pass54,654 miles (+3,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,654 miles
    Test number
    695525203409
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. System may require repair or adjustment.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass51,251 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,251 miles
    Test number
    916051465025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail51,250 miles (+2,505)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,250 miles
    Test number
    619621165032
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  16. Pass48,745 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    48,745 miles
    Test number
    605004584091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,745 miles (+286)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,745 miles
    Test number
    639769774013
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  18. Pass48,459 miles (+322)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    48,459 miles
    Test number
    706419042326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,137 miles (+4,226)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    48,137 miles
    Test number
    989010022308
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front floor starting to rott
    • NoteNearside front tyre low on inside edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre close to wear indicators.
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings
    • NoteSurface corrosion to front to rear brake pipes

  20. Fail43,911 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,911 miles
    Test number
    298091521355
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  21. Pass43,911 miles (+4,139)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    43,911 miles
    Test number
    967991021323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,772 miles (+4,251)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,772 miles
    Test number
    493428800462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,521 miles (+4,808)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,521 miles
    Test number
    800343329341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    30,713 miles
    Test number
    742849229009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail30,713 miles (+851)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,713 miles
    Test number
    110249329470
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres close to wear indicators

  26. Pass29,862 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    29,862 miles
    Test number
    173238238087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail29,862 miles (+1,697)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,862 miles
    Test number
    370067338005
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • FailureSeat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre close to wear indicators

  28. Pass28,165 miles (+1,059)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,165 miles
    Test number
    194472807442

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass27,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    27,106 miles
    Test number
    863140345392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 XKB

Does S21 XKB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S21 XKB expired on 20 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S21 XKB?
The MOT on S21 XKB expired on 20 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S21 XKB done?
S21 XKB was recorded at 73,849 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2022, an average of 2,743 miles a year.
Has S21 XKB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 XKB has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on S21 XKB 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 S21 XKB find?
S21 XKB passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2022 with 5 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner top wishbone bushes have slight play.; nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush dust cover also poor.; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner top wishbone bushes have slight play., and 2 more.

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