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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,996 cc

V640 SVVMOT history

V640 SVV is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,058 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
93,058 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V640 SVV
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
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V640 SVV was last recorded at 93,058 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 2,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,093 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,965 miles
Average per year
1,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,058 miles
  • 2025 – 90,093 miles
  • 2021 – 89,560 miles
  • 2020 – 86,509 miles
  • 2019 – 82,057 miles
  • 2018 – 81,423 miles
  • 2012 – 81,372 miles
  • 2011 – 79,039 miles
  • 2010 – 77,074 miles
  • 2009 – 74,179 miles
  • 2008 – 70,882 miles
  • 2007 – 63,580 miles
  • 2006 – 58,025 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,058 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lowers (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rears (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts heavily worn smooth on inner edges Just Legal (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear chassis legs/ suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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 Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2011

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear slight play in driveshaft joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear slight play in driveshaft joints

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass93,058 miles (+2,965)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    93,058 miles
    Test number
    569362417966
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four brake hose ferrules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both front lowers (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rears (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts heavily worn smooth on inner edges Just Legal (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear chassis legs/ suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass90,093 miles (+533)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    90,093 miles
    Test number
    593799805720
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside structure & components
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to both rear brake discs

  3. Pass89,560 miles (+3,051)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    89,560 miles
    Test number
    578614429725
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow at middle joint.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Surface corrosion to rear subframe.

  4. Pass86,509 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    86,509 miles
    Test number
    826940162800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail86,507 miles (+4,450)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,507 miles
    Test number
    793011435782
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Exhaust silencer insecure Clamp damaged (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass82,057 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    82,057 miles
    Test number
    411971013094
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight play in driveshaft joints
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in driveshaft joints
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle underbody

  7. Fail82,057 miles (+634)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,057 miles
    Test number
    773887819853
    • MajorFront Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill corroded/holed (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear slight play in driveshaft joints
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight play in driveshaft joints
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to vehicle underbody

  8. Pass81,423 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,423 miles
    Test number
    109495276386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in both outter drive shalf couplings

  9. Fail81,421 miles (+49)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,421 miles
    Test number
    759177419413
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both link-rods all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp deteriorated
    • AdvisoryPlay in both outter drive shalf couplings

  10. Pass81,372 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    81,372 miles
    Test number
    158361482198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,364 miles (+2,325)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,364 miles
    Test number
    729454472141
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass79,039 miles (+1,965)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    79,039 miles
    Test number
    237722971471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  13. Pass77,074 miles (+2,895)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,074 miles
    Test number
    250330080430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  14. Pass74,179 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    74,179 miles
    Test number
    291474959141
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  15. Fail74,177 miles (+11)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,177 miles
    Test number
    250744659149
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  16. Fail74,166 miles (+3,284)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,166 miles
    Test number
    484033559162
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  17. Pass70,882 miles (+7,302)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    70,882 miles
    Test number
    952117478172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass63,580 miles (+5,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    63,580 miles
    Test number
    204611657147
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass58,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    58,025 miles
    Test number
    764752546149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V640 SVV

Does V640 SVV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V640 SVV is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on V640 SVV?
The MOT on V640 SVV is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V640 SVV done?
V640 SVV was recorded at 93,058 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 1,731 miles a year.
Has V640 SVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V640 SVV has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on V640 SVV 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 V640 SVV find?
V640 SVV passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 8 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all four brake hose ferrules; play in steering rack inner joint(s) both fronts; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 5 more.

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