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Jaguar XK8

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

T197 YANMOT history

T197 YAN is a silver petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 27 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 19 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Apr 2027
Mileage
93,495 mi
At MOT on 20 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T197 YAN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,996 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
27 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T197 YAN was last recorded at 93,495 miles on 20 Apr 2026, 453 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,042 miles · 18 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
453 miles
Average per year
1,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,495 miles
  • 2023 – 93,042 miles
  • 2022 – 90,561 miles
  • 2021 – 88,962 miles
  • 2020 – 88,628 miles
  • 2019 – 88,168 miles
  • 2018 – 87,254 miles
  • 2017 – 87,014 miles
  • 2016 – 86,347 miles
  • 2015 – 85,069 miles
  • 2014 – 83,749 miles
  • 2013 – 80,311 miles
  • 2012 – 76,465 miles
  • 2011 – 72,252 miles
  • 2010 – 67,781 miles
  • 2009 – 63,610 miles
  • 2008 – 60,069 miles
  • 2007 – 54,326 miles
  • 2006 – 52,597 miles
  • 2005 – 51,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,495 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in both rear lower bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,495 miles (+453)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    93,495 miles
    Test number
    202583765457
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass93,042 miles (+2,481)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    93,042 miles
    Test number
    625471952793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,561 miles (+1,599)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    90,561 miles
    Test number
    821533346508
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear section lower (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass88,962 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    88,962 miles
    Test number
    363721480949
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower bushes

  5. Fail88,960 miles (+332)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,960 miles
    Test number
    459461614688
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryPlay in both rear lower bushes

  6. Pass88,628 miles (+460)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    88,628 miles
    Test number
    944944757126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass88,168 miles (+914)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    88,168 miles
    Test number
    543533908031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,254 miles (+240)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    87,254 miles
    Test number
    629234120373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass87,014 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    87,014 miles
    Test number
    889654042998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,347 miles (+1,278)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    86,347 miles
    Test number
    989886791870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,069 miles (+20)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,069 miles
    Test number
    558606065193
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside dipped beam image is poor
    • NoteNearside headlight has condensation inside

  12. Fail85,049 miles (+1,300)1 failure4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,049 miles
    Test number
    568492865191
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside dipped beam image is poor
    • NoteNearside headlight has condensation inside

  13. Pass83,749 miles (+3,438)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    83,749 miles
    Test number
    946369744127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,311 miles (+3,846)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,311 miles
    Test number
    138483263127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,465 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,465 miles
    Test number
    588271752151
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  16. Pass76,465 miles (+4,213)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    76,465 miles
    Test number
    736341152112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass72,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2012
    Odometer
    72,252 miles
    Test number
    356066141187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail72,252 miles (+4,471)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,252 miles
    Test number
    669266341140
    • Repaired at testFront Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

  19. Pass67,781 miles (+4,171)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2011
    Odometer
    67,781 miles
    Test number
    954501340182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass63,610 miles (+3,541)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,610 miles
    Test number
    394422049164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass60,069 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2009
    Odometer
    60,069 miles
    Test number
    241580848170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail60,069 miles (+5,743)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,069 miles
    Test number
    864720748141
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  23. Pass54,326 miles (+1,729)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    54,326 miles
    Test number
    634078737151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass52,597 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,597 miles
    Test number
    434518236129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass51,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2006
    Odometer
    51,892 miles
    Test number
    963053645166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T197 YAN

Does T197 YAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T197 YAN is valid until 19 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T197 YAN?
The MOT on T197 YAN is valid until 19 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T197 YAN done?
T197 YAN was recorded at 93,495 miles at its MOT on 20 Apr 2026, an average of 1,990 miles a year.
Has T197 YAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T197 YAN has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on T197 YAN 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 T197 YAN find?
T197 YAN passed its latest MOT on 20 Apr 2026 with 7 advisories: front coil spring corroded both sides; nearside rear integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; rear coil spring corroded both sides, and 4 more.

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