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Jaguar XK8

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 3,997 cc

T981 GJHMOT history

T981 GJH is a green petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 1 Jul 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 93,968 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
93,968 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,100 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T981 GJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,997 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T981 GJH was last recorded at 93,968 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 2,406 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,562 miles · 9 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
2,406 miles
Average per year
3,100 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,968 miles
  • 2025 – 91,562 miles
  • 2024 – 89,792 miles
  • 2023 – 88,206 miles
  • 2022 – 86,068 miles
  • 2021 – 83,744 miles
  • 2020 – 81,897 miles
  • 2019 – 79,827 miles
  • 2018 – 76,554 miles
  • 2017 – 73,278 miles
  • 2015 – 66,190 miles
  • 2014 – 63,038 miles
  • 2013 – 59,009 miles
  • 2012 – 56,400 miles
  • 2011 – 53,219 miles
  • 2010 – 49,145 miles
  • 2009 – 44,952 miles
  • 2008 – 40,529 miles
  • 2007 – 36,243 miles
  • 2006 – 31,880 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,968 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryGeneral surface under body corrosion present

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 absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,968 miles (+2,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    93,968 miles
    Test number
    662589387556
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface under body corrosion present

  2. Pass91,562 miles (+1,770)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    91,562 miles
    Test number
    485236725291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass89,792 miles (+1,586)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    89,792 miles
    Test number
    651752508441
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear general surface corrosion

  4. Pass88,206 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    88,206 miles
    Test number
    297226873024
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail88,203 miles (+2,135)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,203 miles
    Test number
    316572187932
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass86,068 miles (+2,324)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    86,068 miles
    Test number
    492974780824
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass83,744 miles (+1,847)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    83,744 miles
    Test number
    207749415179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to off side rear outer sill

  8. Pass81,897 miles (+2,070)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    81,897 miles
    Test number
    813932291332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySlight play in off side inner steering rack end

  9. Pass79,827 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    79,827 miles
    Test number
    451437678016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail79,823 miles (+3,269)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,823 miles
    Test number
    878877093016
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  11. Pass76,554 miles (+3,276)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    76,554 miles
    Test number
    237246634328
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass73,278 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    73,278 miles
    Test number
    202577270228
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Fail73,264 miles (+7,074)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,264 miles
    Test number
    972912339874
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front floor been repaired from inside, so cant check quality of weld
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in wheel bearing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in cv joint
    • AdvisorySurface rust rear chassis legs

  14. Pass66,190 miles (+3,152)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    66,190 miles
    Test number
    269684075447
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f floor pan corroded but not within prescribed area

  15. Pass63,038 miles (+4,029)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    63,038 miles
    Test number
    309654174126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

  16. Fail59,009 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,009 miles
    Test number
    365542093142
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass59,009 miles (+2,609)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,009 miles
    Test number
    736432293146
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  18. Pass56,400 miles (+3,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    56,400 miles
    Test number
    526461152176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  19. Pass53,219 miles (+4,074)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    53,219 miles
    Test number
    248787201258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,145 miles (+4,193)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    49,145 miles
    Test number
    330288510211
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass44,952 miles (+4,423)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    44,952 miles
    Test number
    301267469116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail40,529 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,529 miles
    Test number
    141636278194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass40,529 miles (+4,286)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    40,529 miles
    Test number
    182626578108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,243 miles (+4,363)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    36,243 miles
    Test number
    260527677149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    31,880 miles
    Test number
    643173176183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T981 GJH

Does T981 GJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T981 GJH is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on T981 GJH?
The MOT on T981 GJH is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T981 GJH done?
T981 GJH was recorded at 93,968 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 3,100 miles a year.
Has T981 GJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T981 GJH has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on T981 GJH 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 T981 GJH find?
T981 GJH passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); general surface under body corrosion present.

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