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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

T470 LARMOT history

T470 LAR is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 19 Apr 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 126,496 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
126,496 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,033 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T470 LAR
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
19 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T470 LAR was last recorded at 126,496 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 5,031 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Mar 2024: 114,004 miles, lower than 118,058 miles on 5 Apr 2023.

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
121,465 miles · 2 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
5,031 miles
Average per year
4,033 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,496 miles
  • 2025 – 121,465 miles
  • 2024 – 114,004 miles
  • 2023 – 118,058 miles
  • 2021 – 116,262 miles
  • 2020 – 113,712 miles
  • 2019 – 113,711 miles
  • 2018 – 109,976 miles
  • 2017 – 106,166 miles
  • 2016 – 96,989 miles
  • 2015 – 89,534 miles
  • 2014 – 80,821 miles
  • 2013 – 76,416 miles
  • 2012 – 74,550 miles
  • 2011 – 69,649 miles
  • 2010 – 65,061 miles
  • 2009 – 60,928 miles
  • 2008 – 56,163 miles
  • 2007 – 50,515 miles
  • 2006 – 45,551 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,496 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2016

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,496 miles (+5,031)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    126,496 miles
    Test number
    418411744628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass121,465 miles (+7,461)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    121,465 miles
    Test number
    689180423560
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass114,004 miles (-4,054)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    114,004 miles
    Test number
    297634555976
    • AdvisoryALL TYRES DISPLAYING 3MM TREAD/AGE RELATED CRACKING X4
    • AdvisoryBRAKE DISC UNITS DISPLAYING WEAR/CORROSION X 4
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass118,058 miles (+1,796)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    118,058 miles
    Test number
    381668124649
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive both diff seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,262 miles (+4)15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,262 miles
    Test number
    668326052523
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner (front) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both N/S/ O/S and Front diff seals weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail116,258 miles (+2,546)4 major15 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,258 miles
    Test number
    412908355627
    • MajorCentral Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm inner (front) bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive both N/S/ O/S and Front diff seals weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass113,712 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,712 miles
    Test number
    702262178856

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail113,711 miles (+3,735)1 dangerous11 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,711 miles
    Test number
    140417313118
    • DangerousOffside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner wheel arch behind subframe and above 'v' mount (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded brake pipe across front subframe under radiator (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Floor excessively deteriorated corroded and holed (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced where inner wheel arch meets the floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt shock absorber lower ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt shock absorber lower ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Floor excessively deteriorated corroded and holed (6.2.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine Leaking from both rocker covers, causing fumes when hot and dripping on the floor (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible backing peeling away and weathered (0.1 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near rear brake hose mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRestricted performance message on instrument cluster

  9. Pass109,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    109,976 miles
    Test number
    848212820085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,976 miles (+3,810)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,976 miles
    Test number
    771332760428
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass106,166 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    106,166 miles
    Test number
    887058545103
    • AdvisoryFront both floors starting to corrode by jacking points
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  12. Fail106,162 miles (+9,173)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,162 miles
    Test number
    391818134440
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear brake binding parking brake stuck on (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryFront both floors starting to corrode by jacking points
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

  13. Pass96,989 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    96,989 miles
    Test number
    680619015426
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  14. Fail96,989 miles (+7,455)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,989 miles
    Test number
    163895657855
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  15. Pass89,534 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    89,534 miles
    Test number
    837063155110
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  16. Fail89,534 miles (+8,713)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,534 miles
    Test number
    268542355408
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  17. Pass80,821 miles (+4,405)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    80,821 miles
    Test number
    869937404185
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s and o/s front floors
    • NoteFreeplay at o/s rear hub

  18. Pass76,416 miles (+1,866)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    76,416 miles
    Test number
    918715403109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,550 miles (+4,901)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    74,550 miles
    Test number
    565747762089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    69,649 miles
    Test number
    485100171003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail69,649 miles (+4,588)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,649 miles
    Test number
    186566161413
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  22. Pass65,061 miles (+4,133)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    65,061 miles
    Test number
    314516170071
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass60,928 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    60,928 miles
    Test number
    504967779064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail60,850 miles (+4,687)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,850 miles
    Test number
    390342679005
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  25. Pass56,163 miles (+5,648)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    56,163 miles
    Test number
    552637878063
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass50,515 miles (+75)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    50,515 miles
    Test number
    130188677474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Fail50,440 miles (+4,889)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,440 miles
    Test number
    912344177026
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass45,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,551 miles
    Test number
    810484676004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T470 LAR

Does T470 LAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T470 LAR is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T470 LAR?
The MOT on T470 LAR is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T470 LAR done?
T470 LAR was recorded at 126,496 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 4,033 miles a year.
Has T470 LAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T470 LAR has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on T470 LAR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Mar 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T470 LAR find?
T470 LAR passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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