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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,196 cc

S7 BVRMOT history

S7 BVR is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 5 Jan 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 130,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2023
Mileage
130,599 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2022
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,210 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 BVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Jan 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

S7 BVR was last recorded at 130,599 miles on 29 Nov 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,596 miles · 23 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,210 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 130,599 miles
  • 2021 – 129,685 miles
  • 2020 – 128,244 miles
  • 2019 – 127,688 miles
  • 2018 – 126,890 miles
  • 2017 – 124,779 miles
  • 2016 – 122,667 miles
  • 2015 – 120,376 miles
  • 2014 – 117,910 miles
  • 2013 – 114,555 miles
  • 2012 – 111,253 miles
  • 2011 – 107,892 miles
  • 2010 – 104,131 miles
  • 2009 – 100,565 miles
  • 2008 – 98,005 miles
  • 2007 – 95,503 miles
  • 2006 – 77,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,599 miles
  • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel lines above rear sub frame corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Rack ends free play.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 17 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,599 miles (+3)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,599 miles
    Test number
    380430328043
    • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail130,596 miles (+911)1 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,596 miles
    Test number
    139927409031
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass129,685 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,685 miles
    Test number
    401861648291
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel lines above rear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Rack ends free play.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail129,675 miles (+1,431)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,675 miles
    Test number
    642636233760
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Above Sub Frame mounting point. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Fuel lines above rear sub frame corroded
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both Rack ends free play.
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass128,244 miles (+556)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,244 miles
    Test number
    263316518597
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass127,688 miles (+798)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,688 miles
    Test number
    775593375975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass126,890 miles (+2)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    126,890 miles
    Test number
    342625041445
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded Both rear pipes corroded at rear chassis leg
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail126,888 miles (+2,109)1 dangerous10 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,888 miles
    Test number
    340079311206
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the cab is impaired Sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front Area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Main pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Chassis legs corroded but not excessive at time of test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Main pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Chassis legs corroded but not excessive at time of test
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded Both rear pipes at nearside rear chassis leg

  9. Pass124,779 miles (+2,112)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    124,779 miles
    Test number
    123701212258
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded main (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

  10. Pass122,667 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    122,667 miles
    Test number
    289169779295
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail122,661 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,661 miles
    Test number
    244683035405
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside exhaust bracket broken at cat
    • AdvisoryOffside exhaust bracket at cat missing

  12. Fail122,661 miles (+2,285)1 dangerous6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,661 miles
    Test number
    688540303546
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tread wall join (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2/3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside exhaust bracket broken at cat
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor at driver,s feet holed
    • AdvisoryOffside exhaust bracket at cat missing

  13. Pass120,376 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    120,376 miles
    Test number
    100537979911
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FLOOR UNDERSIDE (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  14. Fail120,376 miles (+2,466)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,376 miles
    Test number
    943988397387
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive FLOOR UNDERSIDE (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

  15. Pass117,910 miles (+3,355)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    117,910 miles
    Test number
    869168684200
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

  16. Fail114,555 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,555 miles
    Test number
    447231303490
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass114,555 miles (+3,302)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    114,555 miles
    Test number
    779951803353
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass111,253 miles (+3,361)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    111,253 miles
    Test number
    299528292206
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear diff leaking

  19. Pass107,892 miles (+3,761)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    107,892 miles
    Test number
    356651911337
    • NoteDrivers door hinges worn and have slight movement
    • NoteSlight corrosion at drivers side under vehicle

  20. Pass104,131 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    104,131 miles
    Test number
    713869810337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail104,121 miles (+3,556)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,121 miles
    Test number
    224640600398
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

  22. Pass100,565 miles (+2,560)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    100,565 miles
    Test number
    902678649274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass98,005 miles (+2,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    98,005 miles
    Test number
    484929158224
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass95,503 miles (+18,246)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    95,503 miles
    Test number
    733082067235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass77,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    77,257 miles
    Test number
    101007606126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S7 BVR

Does S7 BVR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S7 BVR expired on 28 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S7 BVR?
The MOT on S7 BVR expired on 28 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S7 BVR done?
S7 BVR was recorded at 130,599 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2022, an average of 3,210 miles a year.
Has S7 BVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 BVR has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S7 BVR 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 S7 BVR find?
S7 BVR passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2022 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt x2; offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle, and 4 more.

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