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Jaguar XK8

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 4,196 cc

S55 GWYMOT history

S55 GWY is a grey petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 25 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 27 MOT tests, with 89,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Apr 2027
Mileage
89,141 mi
At MOT on 13 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
17 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S55 GWY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S55 GWY was last recorded at 89,141 miles on 13 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,138 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
2,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,141 miles
  • 2024 – 89,130 miles
  • 2022 – 88,916 miles
  • 2021 – 85,815 miles
  • 2018 – 82,739 miles
  • 2017 – 75,282 miles
  • 2016 – 71,889 miles
  • 2015 – 66,540 miles
  • 2014 – 61,561 miles
  • 2013 – 57,457 miles
  • 2012 – 52,030 miles
  • 2011 – 47,955 miles
  • 2010 – 46,584 miles
  • 2009 – 44,246 miles
  • 2008 – 39,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,141 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Very slight play in rear suspension on both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,141 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    89,141 miles
    Test number
    760760151687
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Fail89,138 miles (+8)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,138 miles
    Test number
    614336533200
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass89,130 miles (+4)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    89,130 miles
    Test number
    917868807439
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVery slight play in rear suspension on both sides
    • AdvisoryVery slight play in steering column

  4. Fail89,126 miles (+106)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,126 miles
    Test number
    839182701522
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVery slight play in rear suspension on both sides
    • AdvisoryVery slight play in steering column

  5. Fail89,020 miles (+104)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,020 miles
    Test number
    593351136477
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor near seat mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Mount bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Mount bracket (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  6. Pass88,916 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    88,916 miles
    Test number
    667747609903
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail88,912 miles (+3,097)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,912 miles
    Test number
    611256989195
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Direction indicator incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass85,815 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    85,815 miles
    Test number
    215296875908
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Braking & Mounting Point - Vehicle Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside - Worn On Outer Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside & Offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Fail85,804 miles (+3,065)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,804 miles
    Test number
    620751474026
    • MajorFront Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn Nearside & Offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Lower Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Nearside & Offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Braking & Mounting Point - Vehicle Floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Nearside & Offside - Worn On Outer Edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play Nearside & Offside (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  10. Pass82,739 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    82,739 miles
    Test number
    203038829261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,730 miles (+3,177)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,730 miles
    Test number
    717036314941
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Mounting bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass79,553 miles (+588)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    79,553 miles
    Test number
    148293175231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  13. Fail78,965 miles (+3,683)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,965 miles
    Test number
    771264856037
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  14. Pass75,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    75,282 miles
    Test number
    164216865678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail75,282 miles (+3,393)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,282 miles
    Test number
    750586050383
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  16. Pass71,889 miles (+310)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    71,889 miles
    Test number
    382731885746
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryDrivers wiper worn but clearing screen
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass71,579 miles (+5,039)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    71,579 miles
    Test number
    383875701473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryDrivers wiper worn but clears screen

  18. Pass66,540 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    66,540 miles
    Test number
    929755475014
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear

  19. Fail66,540 miles (+4,979)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,540 miles
    Test number
    326820775068
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront wipers starting to smear

  20. Pass61,561 miles (+4,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    61,561 miles
    Test number
    407617254000
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  21. Pass57,457 miles (+5,427)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,457 miles
    Test number
    336607163016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    52,030 miles
    Test number
    127385962032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,030 miles (+4,075)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,030 miles
    Test number
    685595162050
    • Repaired at testFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass47,955 miles (+1,371)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    47,955 miles
    Test number
    107254081468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass46,584 miles (+2,338)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    46,584 miles
    Test number
    854889080134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,246 miles (+5,037)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    44,246 miles
    Test number
    240049889488
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass39,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    39,209 miles
    Test number
    953642198193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S55 GWY

Does S55 GWY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S55 GWY is valid until 12 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S55 GWY?
The MOT on S55 GWY is valid until 12 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S55 GWY done?
S55 GWY was recorded at 89,141 miles at its MOT on 13 Apr 2026, an average of 2,812 miles a year.
Has S55 GWY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S55 GWY has failed 10 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S55 GWY 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 S55 GWY find?
S55 GWY passed its latest MOT on 13 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively; offside front play in steering rack inner joint(s).

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