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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

T796 JRJMOT history

T796 JRJ is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 1 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2025 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 89,614 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2025
Mileage
89,614 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2024
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T796 JRJ
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
1 Mar 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T796 JRJ was last recorded at 89,614 miles on 4 Sept 2024, 515 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,099 miles · 21 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
515 miles
Average per year
2,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,614 miles
  • 2023 – 89,099 miles
  • 2021 – 84,644 miles
  • 2020 – 81,622 miles
  • 2018 – 67,739 miles
  • 2017 – 66,654 miles
  • 2015 – 63,369 miles
  • 2014 – 58,838 miles
  • 2013 – 56,708 miles
  • 2012 – 54,811 miles
  • 2011 – 52,301 miles
  • 2010 – 50,259 miles
  • 2009 – 48,112 miles
  • 2008 – 46,710 miles
  • 2007 – 45,739 miles
  • 2006 – 45,104 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,614 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Underside (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Both handbrake cables corroded
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Left catalytic

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Headlight has slight condensation

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mount corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,614 miles (+515)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    89,614 miles
    Test number
    629471563719
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Underside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Both handbrake cables corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. Pass89,099 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    89,099 miles
    Test number
    851323747897
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Left catalytic (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlight has slight condensation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Fail89,097 miles (+4,453)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,097 miles
    Test number
    834744270265
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Both covered in tape (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Left catalytic (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlight has slight condensation
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mount corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  4. Pass84,644 miles (+3,022)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    84,644 miles
    Test number
    511603841395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp has condensation
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass81,622 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    81,622 miles
    Test number
    606300226041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail81,621 miles (+13,882)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,621 miles
    Test number
    747460918099
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass67,739 miles (+1,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,739 miles
    Test number
    281261165051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
  8. Pass66,654 miles (+3,285)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,654 miles
    Test number
    336753612143
    • AdvisoryBoth Rear Shock Bush's warn
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front To Rear Brake pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnderside Under sealed Not allowing full inspection
  9. Pass63,369 miles (+4,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,369 miles
    Test number
    641001714161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  10. Pass58,838 miles (+2,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    58,838 miles
    Test number
    559212154208
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass56,708 miles (+1,897)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,708 miles
    Test number
    347074233124
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass54,811 miles (+2,510)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,811 miles
    Test number
    877234422159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,301 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    52,301 miles
    Test number
    969674321157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass50,259 miles (+112)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    50,259 miles
    Test number
    154237390428
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Fail50,147 miles (+2,035)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,147 miles
    Test number
    182530990036
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  16. Pass48,112 miles (+1,402)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2010
    Odometer
    48,112 miles
    Test number
    502419939189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,710 miles (+971)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2009
    Odometer
    46,710 miles
    Test number
    213741258407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2008
    Odometer
    45,739 miles
    Test number
    164145737121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail45,739 miles (+635)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,739 miles
    Test number
    591941137109
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
  20. Pass45,104 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2007
    Odometer
    45,104 miles
    Test number
    240923346133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T796 JRJ

Does T796 JRJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T796 JRJ expired on 3 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T796 JRJ?
The MOT on T796 JRJ expired on 3 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T796 JRJ done?
T796 JRJ was recorded at 89,614 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2024, an average of 2,434 miles a year.
Has T796 JRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T796 JRJ has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on T796 JRJ 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 T796 JRJ find?
T796 JRJ passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material underside; rear both handbrake cables corroded; rear coil spring corroded both.

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