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Jaguar XK8

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 3,995 cc

T779 RBRMOT history

T779 RBR is a silver petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 105,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
105,934 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,528 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T779 RBR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T779 RBR was last recorded at 105,934 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 4,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
100,968 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,966 miles
Average per year
2,528 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,934 miles
  • 2025 – 100,968 miles
  • 2024 – 99,264 miles
  • 2023 – 98,192 miles
  • 2022 – 97,742 miles
  • 2021 – 97,258 miles
  • 2020 – 96,252 miles
  • 2019 – 94,376 miles
  • 2015 – 92,804 miles
  • 2014 – 90,853 miles
  • 2013 – 88,195 miles
  • 2012 – 84,637 miles
  • 2011 – 81,965 miles
  • 2010 – 78,700 miles
  • 2009 – 74,218 miles
  • 2008 – 70,962 miles
  • 2007 – 67,380 miles
  • 2006 – 63,245 miles
  • 2005 – 53,852 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,934 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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,934 miles (+4,966)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    105,934 miles
    Test number
    713065427058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass100,968 miles (+1,704)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    100,968 miles
    Test number
    928104431893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass99,264 miles (+1,072)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    99,264 miles
    Test number
    207932615889

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass98,192 miles (+450)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    98,192 miles
    Test number
    881326904461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass97,742 miles (+484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    97,742 miles
    Test number
    901255223128
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all 4 (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass97,258 miles (+1,006)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,258 miles
    Test number
    588284144938

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass96,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,252 miles
    Test number
    468823257067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail96,252 miles (+1,876)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,252 miles
    Test number
    658354920370
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  9. Pass94,376 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    94,376 miles
    Test number
    122984204668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail94,376 miles (+1,572)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,376 miles
    Test number
    509649617294
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass92,804 miles (+1,951)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,804 miles
    Test number
    939497575017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,853 miles (+2,658)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    90,853 miles
    Test number
    726013384077

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,195 miles (+212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    88,195 miles
    Test number
    819416183038
    • 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)

  14. Fail87,983 miles (+3,346)8 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,983 miles
    Test number
    287516433096
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • NoteRear brake pipes covered in underseal.
    • NoteRepair patches covered in underseal.
    • NoteTraction control / stability light on.

  15. Pass84,637 miles (+2,672)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,637 miles
    Test number
    998716332118
    • NoteNear side rear tyre side wall slight deamage

  16. Pass81,965 miles (+3,265)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    81,965 miles
    Test number
    426386191022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass78,700 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2011
    Odometer
    78,700 miles
    Test number
    294215020469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,618 miles (+4,400)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,618 miles
    Test number
    442429410145
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass74,218 miles (+3,256)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    74,218 miles
    Test number
    431653599025
    • NoteBoth front floor pans and both rear chassis rails corroded
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on legal limit
    • NoteFront discs pitted on edges
    • NotePlay in both rear drive shaft UJ joints

  20. Pass70,962 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    70,962 miles
    Test number
    334421808168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail70,954 miles (+3,574)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,954 miles
    Test number
    114439298449
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass67,380 miles (+4,135)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    67,380 miles
    Test number
    103092927241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass63,245 miles (+9,393)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    63,245 miles
    Test number
    601126726294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass53,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    53,852 miles
    Test number
    362019125247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    182107025231
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about T779 RBR

Does T779 RBR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T779 RBR is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T779 RBR?
The MOT on T779 RBR is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T779 RBR done?
T779 RBR was recorded at 105,934 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 2,528 miles a year.
Has T779 RBR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T779 RBR has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on T779 RBR 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 T779 RBR find?
T779 RBR passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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