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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

T143 BLOMOT history

T143 BLO is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 21 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 101,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
101,005 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,539 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T143 BLO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
21 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T143 BLO was last recorded at 101,005 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,001 miles · 9 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,539 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 101,005 miles
  • 2025 – 100,178 miles
  • 2024 – 99,549 miles
  • 2023 – 98,616 miles
  • 2022 – 96,923 miles
  • 2021 – 94,544 miles
  • 2020 – 92,449 miles
  • 2019 – 89,923 miles
  • 2018 – 87,194 miles
  • 2017 – 83,198 miles
  • 2016 – 79,316 miles
  • 2015 – 78,434 miles
  • 2014 – 77,331 miles
  • 2013 – 76,062 miles
  • 2012 – 75,096 miles
  • 2011 – 74,140 miles
  • 2010 – 71,903 miles
  • 2009 – 65,941 miles
  • 2008 – 60,007 miles
  • 2007 – 52,783 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass101,005 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across front beam (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear fuel pipes corrodedRecorded 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.

  • Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass101,005 miles (+4)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    101,005 miles
    Test number
    360837670820
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across front beam (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipes corroded

  2. Fail101,001 miles (+823)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,001 miles
    Test number
    678432134842
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across front beam (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear fuel pipes corroded

  3. Pass100,178 miles (+629)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    100,178 miles
    Test number
    721263182930
    • AdvisoryCentral Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across front beam (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both floor pans corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  4. Pass99,549 miles (+933)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    99,549 miles
    Test number
    641850641526
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across front valance (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  5. Pass98,616 miles (+1,693)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    98,616 miles
    Test number
    124180066420
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  6. Pass96,923 miles (+2,379)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,923 miles
    Test number
    895081256947
    • AdvisoryInner Steering linkage ball joint has slight play play in both inner steering rack arms (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  7. Pass94,544 miles (+2,095)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    94,544 miles
    Test number
    854782317173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass92,449 miles (+2,526)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    92,449 miles
    Test number
    347744824416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,923 miles (+2,729)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    89,923 miles
    Test number
    685722204563
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front floor pans corroded slightly (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass87,194 miles (+3,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    87,194 miles
    Test number
    600449521023
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass83,198 miles (+3,882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    83,198 miles
    Test number
    969661192328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass79,316 miles (+882)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    79,316 miles
    Test number
    790414970850
    • AdvisoryCondensation to offside headlamp (deteriorating)
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryGeneral condition of vehicle underbody corrosive
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre nearing limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre getting low
    • AdvisorySlight interaction to nearside rear lights
    • AdvisorySlight play in both rear driveshaft U.J's

  13. Pass78,434 miles (+1,103)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    78,434 miles
    Test number
    299570655066
    • NoteCondensation to offside headlamp
    • NoteNearside front tyre nearing limit
    • NoteOffside front tyre getting low
    • NoteSlight play in rear driveshaft u.j's
    • NoteVehicle has light corrosion in various areas

  14. Pass77,331 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    77,331 miles
    Test number
    767178634050
    • NoteGeneral condition of vehicle underbody has light corrosion
    • NoteNoise front auto transmission area?
    • NoteSlight play in both rear u.j's
    • NoteWipers poor

  15. Fail77,331 miles (+1,269)2 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,331 miles
    Test number
    799278734071
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteGeneral condition of vehicle underbody has light corrosion
    • NoteNoise front auto transmission area?
    • NoteSlight play in both rear u.j's
    • NoteWipers poor

  16. Pass76,062 miles (+966)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    76,062 miles
    Test number
    328649533005
    • NoteBoth front tyres getting low
    • NoteGeneral condition of vehicle underbody has light corrosion in areas
    • NoteNearside rear brake binding slightly
    • NoteSlight oil leak from engine area

  17. Pass75,096 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    75,096 miles
    Test number
    528812732068
    • NoteSlight play in both rear driveshaft inner u.j's.
    • NoteSlight play in steering system?

  18. Fail75,096 miles (+956)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,096 miles
    Test number
    875882232054
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteSlight play in both rear driveshaft inner u.j's.
    • NoteSlight play in steering system?

  19. Pass74,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    74,140 miles
    Test number
    287772441011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail74,140 miles (+2,237)3 failures1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,140 miles
    Test number
    155788931001
    • 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)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront tyres getting low
    • NoteNearside wiper poor

  21. Pass71,903 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    571436150086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail71,903 miles (+5,962)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,903 miles
    Test number
    132215950448
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass65,941 miles (+5,934)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    65,941 miles
    Test number
    911783149072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,007 miles (+7,224)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    60,007 miles
    Test number
    713858758051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass52,783 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    52,783 miles
    Test number
    864643857061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T143 BLO

Does T143 BLO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T143 BLO is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T143 BLO?
The MOT on T143 BLO is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T143 BLO done?
T143 BLO was recorded at 101,005 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 2,539 miles a year.
Has T143 BLO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T143 BLO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T143 BLO 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 T143 BLO find?
T143 BLO passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 11 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material across front beam; general under body corrosion; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 8 more.

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