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Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,987 cc

T8 JKXMOT history

T8 JKX is a silver diesel Mercedes-Benz R-Class first used on 5 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 55,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Jan 2026
Mileage
55,553 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 JKX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
R-Class
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,987 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T8 JKX was last recorded at 55,553 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,551 miles · 29 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 55,553 miles
  • 2025 – 55,551 miles
  • 2024 – 55,332 miles
  • 2023 – 53,511 miles
  • 2022 – 51,927 miles
  • 2021 – 47,225 miles
  • 2020 – 41,708 miles
  • 2018 – 34,470 miles
  • 2017 – 32,461 miles
  • 2016 – 29,536 miles
  • 2015 – 27,609 miles
  • 2014 – 25,089 miles
  • 2013 – 22,546 miles
  • 2012 – 19,962 miles
  • 2011 – 17,144 miles
  • 2010 – 14,458 miles
  • 2009 – 11,905 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail55,553 miles
  • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Coil light on dash

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Central Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Brake fluid level above max level

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 1 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail55,553 miles (+2)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,553 miles
    Test number
    118157096033
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass55,551 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    55,551 miles
    Test number
    561794774879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail55,550 miles (+218)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,550 miles
    Test number
    512463874758
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust clamp leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear corrosion on anti roll bar
    • AdvisoryCoil light on dash

  4. Pass55,332 miles1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    55,332 miles
    Test number
    866852791978
    • DangerousClock spring insecure
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level above max level
    • AdvisoryCoil light on dash

  5. Fail55,332 miles (+1,821)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,332 miles
    Test number
    318564996931
    • DangerousClock spring insecure
    • MajorPosition lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid level above max level
    • AdvisoryCoil light on dash

  6. Pass53,511 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    53,511 miles
    Test number
    706538515211
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged/cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp fixings broken but is reasonably secure

  7. Fail53,511 miles (+1,584)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,511 miles
    Test number
    958734599155
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light damaged/cracked (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp fixings broken but is reasonably secure

  8. Pass51,927 miles (+4,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    51,927 miles
    Test number
    757255861402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass47,225 miles (+82)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    47,225 miles
    Test number
    391962212678
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive possible transmission oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail47,143 miles (+5,435)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,143 miles
    Test number
    510747112170
    • MajorFuel system component leaking covers need to be removed to find leak diesel dripping off belly pan (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorAll position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning offside and nearside outer side lights not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive possible transmission oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass41,708 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    41,708 miles
    Test number
    416416323037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail41,708 miles (+7,238)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,708 miles
    Test number
    935971726243
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

  13. Pass34,470 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    34,470 miles
    Test number
    917932561102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail34,459 miles (+1,998)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,459 miles
    Test number
    910996212584
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  15. Pass32,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    32,461 miles
    Test number
    892520023287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack boot ? (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail32,461 miles (+2,925)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,461 miles
    Test number
    401721088409
    • FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack boot ? (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass29,536 miles (+1,927)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    29,536 miles
    Test number
    498536148761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,609 miles (+2,520)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    27,609 miles
    Test number
    465657915741
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryHand brake readings at 18%
    • AdvisorySeats 5 and 6 in stored position
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  19. Pass25,089 miles (+2,543)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    25,089 miles
    Test number
    218429274230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass22,546 miles (+2,584)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    22,546 miles
    Test number
    769513973240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,962 miles (+2,818)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    19,962 miles
    Test number
    939921762275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass17,144 miles (+2,686)
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    17,144 miles
    Test number
    126976351239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,458 miles (+2,553)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    14,458 miles
    Test number
    312940150207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass11,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    11,905 miles
    Test number
    294574949261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 JKX

Does T8 JKX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T8 JKX expired on 28 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T8 JKX?
The MOT on T8 JKX expired on 28 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T8 JKX done?
T8 JKX was recorded at 55,553 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 2,575 miles a year.
Has T8 JKX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 JKX has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T8 JKX 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 T8 JKX find?
T8 JKX failed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 2 major defects and 1 advisory: offside rear shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak; parking brake efficiency below requirements; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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