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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,995 cc

T969 VUKMOT history

T969 VUK is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 118,419 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Sept 2026
Mileage
118,419 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2025
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T969 VUK
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T969 VUK was last recorded at 118,419 miles on 22 Sept 2025, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,393 miles · 10 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
2,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 118,419 miles
  • 2024 – 118,376 miles
  • 2019 – 117,999 miles
  • 2018 – 117,504 miles
  • 2017 – 116,495 miles
  • 2016 – 114,651 miles
  • 2014 – 110,203 miles
  • 2013 – 107,999 miles
  • 2012 – 103,419 miles
  • 2011 – 96,531 miles
  • 2010 – 91,362 miles
  • 2009 – 85,364 miles
  • 2008 – 76,716 miles
  • 2007 – 70,710 miles
  • 2006 – 63,010 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,419 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 16 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,419 miles (+26)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    118,419 miles
    Test number
    138133600973
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  2. Fail118,393 miles (+17)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,393 miles
    Test number
    360638371908
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  3. Pass118,376 miles (+377)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    118,376 miles
    Test number
    349162009099
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body rust

  4. Pass117,999 miles (+75)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    117,999 miles
    Test number
    742346571443
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear drive shafts/universal joints have slight play.

  5. Fail117,924 miles (+420)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,924 miles
    Test number
    151456032308
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear drive shafts/universal joints have slight play.

  6. Pass117,504 miles (+1,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,504 miles
    Test number
    398063393073
    • 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)

  7. Pass116,495 miles (+33)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,495 miles
    Test number
    921384695748
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  8. Fail116,462 miles (+1,811)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,462 miles
    Test number
    924389472620
    • FailureNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

  9. Pass114,651 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,651 miles
    Test number
    502697538397
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

  10. Fail114,651 miles (+4,448)3 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,651 miles
    Test number
    162843544951
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush as marked (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront fog lights not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play rack end (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

  11. Pass110,203 miles (+2,204)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    110,203 miles
    Test number
    676304174187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass107,999 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    107,999 miles
    Test number
    659763293107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteExhaust corroding

  13. Fail107,999 miles (+4,580)4 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,999 miles
    Test number
    478300883182
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteExhaust corroding

  14. Pass103,419 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    103,419 miles
    Test number
    269823862138
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  15. Fail103,419 miles (+6,888)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,419 miles
    Test number
    929532552129
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  16. Pass96,531 miles (+28)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    96,531 miles
    Test number
    538509451136
    • NoteNsf brake pipe corroded.front brake discs corroded.slight play os & ns top wishbone bushes.very slight play nsf lower bakk joint.

  17. Fail96,503 miles (+5,141)9 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,503 miles
    Test number
    797546821177
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront brake discs corroded.os & ns front top wishbone bushes worn.

  18. Pass91,362 miles (+5,998)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,362 miles
    Test number
    801690340148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass85,364 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    85,364 miles
    Test number
    340291869192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail85,364 miles (+8,648)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,364 miles
    Test number
    141520469103
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFront of front to rear brake pipes undersealed
    • NoteSlight play in both rear drive shaft universal joints

  21. Pass76,716 miles (+1)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    76,716 miles
    Test number
    530188658134
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMetal brake pipes lightly corroded
    • NoteN/s front tyre and lower suspension arm wet with brake fluid,NO LEAKS.
    • NoteO/s front brake disc rubbing slightly on back plate
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded

  22. Fail76,715 miles (+6,005)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,715 miles
    Test number
    844827058130
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteMetal brake pipes lightly corroded
    • NoteUnderside of vehicle corroded

  23. Pass70,710 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    70,710 miles
    Test number
    802328857124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail70,705 miles (+7,695)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,705 miles
    Test number
    142047557191
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass63,010 miles8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    63,010 miles
    Test number
    924657866188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteR/H hand brake cable sticking, has low braking effort. †Engine oil bellow min. †N/S front brake has low effort, may pull to O/S on hard application.

Questions about T969 VUK

Does T969 VUK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T969 VUK expired on 21 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T969 VUK?
The MOT on T969 VUK expired on 21 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T969 VUK done?
T969 VUK was recorded at 118,419 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2025, an average of 2,876 miles a year.
Has T969 VUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T969 VUK has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on T969 VUK 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 T969 VUK find?
T969 VUK passed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2025 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside rear wheel bearing has slight play, and 3 more.

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