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Jaguar XKR

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,996 cc

S81 KGFMOT history

S81 KGF is a blue petrol Jaguar XKR first used on 27 Aug 1998. Its MOT is valid until 31 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,837 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,837 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,311 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S81 KGF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XKR
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
27 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S81 KGF was last recorded at 90,837 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 48 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Nov 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Jan 2022: 90,332 miles, lower than 90,365 miles on 19 Nov 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
90,789 miles · 1 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
48 miles
Average per year
2,311 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,837 miles
  • 2025 – 90,789 miles
  • 2024 – 90,770 miles
  • 2023 – 90,643 miles
  • 2022 – 90,332 miles
  • 2021 – 90,365 miles
  • 2019 – 90,178 miles
  • 2018 – 89,854 miles
  • 2016 – 89,167 miles
  • 2015 – 88,636 miles
  • 2014 – 87,505 miles
  • 2013 – 83,193 miles
  • 2012 – 79,870 miles
  • 2011 – 76,156 miles
  • 2010 – 73,446 miles
  • 2009 – 63,916 miles
  • 2008 – 56,947 miles
  • 2006 – 43,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,837 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,837 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,837 miles
    Test number
    279502419940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,789 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    90,789 miles
    Test number
    933801931999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,770 miles (+127)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    90,770 miles
    Test number
    599638671642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,643 miles (+311)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    90,643 miles
    Test number
    702592188189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass90,332 miles (-33)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    90,332 miles
    Test number
    126604235353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail90,365 miles (+187)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,365 miles
    Test number
    187992885229
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass90,178 miles (+324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    90,178 miles
    Test number
    370063773398
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass89,854 miles (+687)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,854 miles
    Test number
    414475891146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,167 miles (+531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    89,167 miles
    Test number
    349669744709
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass88,636 miles (+1,131)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    88,636 miles
    Test number
    249166733399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,505 miles (+4,312)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    87,505 miles
    Test number
    706362704355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,193 miles (+3,323)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,193 miles
    Test number
    496734563258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,870 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,870 miles
    Test number
    388356462223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,156 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    76,156 miles
    Test number
    805260401222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,155 miles (+2,709)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,155 miles
    Test number
    999002571134
    • FailureNearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  16. Pass73,446 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,446 miles
    Test number
    630718790052
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Fail73,446 miles (+9,530)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,446 miles
    Test number
    790267290022
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass63,916 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,916 miles
    Test number
    300781259029
    • NoteDampness in both haedlamps
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f top wishbone bush
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f lower shock bush

  19. Fail63,916 miles (+6,969)1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,916 miles
    Test number
    622551359035
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteDampness in both haedlamps
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/f top wishbone bush
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f lower shock bush

  20. Pass56,947 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    56,947 miles
    Test number
    182873828443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,942 miles (+13,903)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,942 miles
    Test number
    254231528080
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass43,039 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    43,039 miles
    Test number
    643045946034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail43,036 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,036 miles
    Test number
    150000146476
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about S81 KGF

Does S81 KGF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S81 KGF is valid until 31 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S81 KGF?
The MOT on S81 KGF is valid until 31 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S81 KGF done?
S81 KGF was recorded at 90,837 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 2,311 miles a year.
Has S81 KGF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S81 KGF has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S81 KGF ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Jan 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S81 KGF find?
S81 KGF passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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