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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,995 cc

T597 UHTMOT history

T597 UHT is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 25 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 105,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
105,306 mi
At MOT on 12 May 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T597 UHT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
25 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
12 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T597 UHT was last recorded at 105,306 miles on 12 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,305 miles · 8 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
1,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,306 miles
  • 2024 – 104,881 miles
  • 2022 – 103,658 miles
  • 2021 – 103,070 miles
  • 2019 – 100,194 miles
  • 2018 – 98,088 miles
  • 2017 – 95,841 miles
  • 2015 – 94,981 miles
  • 2014 – 94,941 miles
  • 2013 – 94,800 miles
  • 2012 – 93,175 miles
  • 2011 – 92,581 miles
  • 2010 – 92,402 miles
  • 2009 – 91,648 miles
  • 2008 – 84,670 miles
  • 2006 – 79,376 miles
  • 2005 – 72,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,306 miles
  • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Nearside and offside corners cracked (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded 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.

  • Offside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front floor panel corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front floor panel corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp not working on main beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,306 miles (+1)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    105,306 miles
    Test number
    516074856259
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Nearside and offside corners cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail105,305 miles (+424)5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,305 miles
    Test number
    255919060894
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Floor corroded through (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area inner and outer (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorLower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Nearside and offside corners cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Lower bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Pass104,881 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    104,881 miles
    Test number
    430346353342
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail104,880 miles (+83)6 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,880 miles
    Test number
    992845985726
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  5. Fail104,797 miles (+1,139)7 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,797 miles
    Test number
    999049752916
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Part of exhaust is missing not able to carry out test (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  6. Pass103,658 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    103,658 miles
    Test number
    818821383439
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  7. Fail103,653 miles (+583)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,653 miles
    Test number
    668563244105
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer seal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor panel corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor panel corroded
  8. Pass103,070 miles (+1)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,070 miles
    Test number
    370486791111
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom corner (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor panel corroded
  9. Fail103,069 miles (+2,875)1 dangerous7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,069 miles
    Test number
    226878212075
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested broken light unit (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view bottom corner (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor panel corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front floor panel corroded
  10. Pass100,194 miles (+2,106)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,194 miles
    Test number
    481817935408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass98,088 miles (+111)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    98,088 miles
    Test number
    254790001907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail97,977 miles (+2,136)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,977 miles
    Test number
    406499784698
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick X 4 (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel X 2 (1.3.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass95,841 miles (+860)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,841 miles
    Test number
    104300479583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,981 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    94,981 miles
    Test number
    163953592560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,941 miles (+33)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    94,941 miles
    Test number
    378629744361
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  16. Fail94,908 miles (+108)5 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,908 miles
    Test number
    969045924246
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.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 (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  17. Pass94,800 miles (+1,625)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    94,800 miles
    Test number
    777314813285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,175 miles (+594)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,175 miles
    Test number
    779866812204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,581 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    92,581 miles
    Test number
    599408381155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass92,402 miles (+754)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    92,402 miles
    Test number
    744525060025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,648 miles (+953)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    91,648 miles
    Test number
    971885089061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass90,695 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    90,695 miles
    Test number
    233932529000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail90,690 miles (+6,020)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,690 miles
    Test number
    650343919079
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  24. Pass84,670 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    84,670 miles
    Test number
    120627008488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass79,376 miles (+7,094)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    79,376 miles
    Test number
    490875356449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass72,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    72,282 miles
    Test number
    333727355433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail72,282 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,282 miles
    Test number
    400607255221
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Questions about T597 UHT

Does T597 UHT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T597 UHT is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on T597 UHT?
The MOT on T597 UHT is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T597 UHT done?
T597 UHT was recorded at 105,306 miles at its MOT on 12 May 2026, an average of 1,599 miles a year.
Has T597 UHT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T597 UHT has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2026.
Has the mileage on T597 UHT 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 T597 UHT find?
T597 UHT passed its latest MOT on 12 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view nearside and offside corners cracked; nearside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush, and 2 more.

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