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Jaguar XJR

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 3,980 cc

T8 WHYMOT history

T8 WHY is a grey petrol Jaguar XJR first used on 3 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 140,221 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
140,221 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,593 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T8 WHY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJR
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,980 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T8 WHY was last recorded at 140,221 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 1,272 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
138,949 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,272 miles
Average per year
6,593 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,221 miles
  • 2025 – 138,949 miles
  • 2021 – 138,894 miles
  • 2020 – 138,358 miles
  • 2019 – 134,304 miles
  • 2016 – 134,070 miles
  • 2014 – 124,511 miles
  • 2013 – 110,807 miles
  • 2012 – 90,721 miles
  • 2011 – 37,243 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,221 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 Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Bonnet catch semi seized

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 12 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,221 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    140,221 miles
    Test number
    503047532175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass138,949 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    138,949 miles
    Test number
    565754629269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass138,894 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,894 miles
    Test number
    742730994151
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch semi seized
  4. Fail138,891 miles (+110)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,891 miles
    Test number
    478744292685
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorRear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet catch semi seized
  5. Fail138,781 miles (+423)2 dangerous3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,781 miles
    Test number
    251970106700
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySemi seized bonnet catch
  6. Fail138,358 miles (+4,054)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,358 miles
    Test number
    564110979907
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  7. Pass134,304 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,304 miles
    Test number
    282429259610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail134,304 miles (+234)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,304 miles
    Test number
    304379701974
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass134,070 miles (+9,559)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    134,070 miles
    Test number
    967293212500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass124,511 miles (+13,704)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    124,511 miles
    Test number
    757682224391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass110,807 miles (+20,086)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    110,807 miles
    Test number
    975437753372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,721 miles (+27,252)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    90,721 miles
    Test number
    648568142376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,469 miles (+26,226)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    63,469 miles
    Test number
    219737102068
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  14. Pass37,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    37,243 miles
    Test number
    146682411089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T8 WHY

Does T8 WHY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T8 WHY is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T8 WHY?
The MOT on T8 WHY is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T8 WHY done?
T8 WHY was recorded at 140,221 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 6,593 miles a year.
Has T8 WHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T8 WHY has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T8 WHY 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 WHY find?
T8 WHY passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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