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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 3,995 cc

V729 GLEMOT history

V729 GLE is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 26 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 142,708 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Apr 2027
Mileage
142,708 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,954 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V729 GLE
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
26 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V729 GLE was last recorded at 142,708 miles on 11 Apr 2026, 1,796 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,912 miles · 8 Dec 2017
Between the last two tests
1,796 miles
Average per year
3,954 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,708 miles
  • 2017 – 140,912 miles
  • 2015 – 140,895 miles
  • 2014 – 140,890 miles
  • 2013 – 140,335 miles
  • 2012 – 137,718 miles
  • 2010 – 127,297 miles
  • 2009 – 115,686 miles
  • 2008 – 100,627 miles
  • 2007 – 84,185 miles
  • 2006 – 65,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,708 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryAll over under body corrosion

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.

  • Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 28 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,708 miles (+1,796)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    142,708 miles
    Test number
    456768441481
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll over under body corrosion

  2. Pass140,912 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    140,912 miles
    Test number
    712129671729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass140,895 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    140,895 miles
    Test number
    226058215425

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass140,890 miles (+555)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    140,890 miles
    Test number
    197642594074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass140,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    140,335 miles
    Test number
    838544893039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail140,335 miles (+2,617)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,335 miles
    Test number
    596015283010
    • FailureAn item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureDriver's door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  7. Pass137,718 miles (+2)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    137,718 miles
    Test number
    158333522404
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteStability control failure warning showing
    • NoteTraction control failure warning showing

  8. Fail137,716 miles (+10,419)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,716 miles
    Test number
    586381122006
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteStability control failure warning showing
    • NoteTraction control failure warning showing

  9. Pass127,297 miles (+410)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    127,297 miles
    Test number
    564972680290
    • NoteO/s and n/s rear wheel bearings very slight movement

  10. Fail126,887 miles (+11,201)1 dangerous4 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,887 miles
    Test number
    134787760201
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteRear chassis corroded by flexi brake pipes and spring mounts
    • NoteSign of power steering weep at rack but no positive leak
    • NoteSlight play in both rear wheel bearings

  11. Pass115,686 miles (+15,059)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    115,686 miles
    Test number
    753173279280
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear no. plate delaminating

  12. Pass100,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    100,627 miles
    Test number
    542626958203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail100,627 miles (+16,442)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,627 miles
    Test number
    342266058488
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

  14. Pass84,185 miles (+18,713)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    84,185 miles
    Test number
    581752777207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    65,472 miles
    Test number
    903061076235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V729 GLE

Does V729 GLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V729 GLE is valid until 10 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on V729 GLE?
The MOT on V729 GLE is valid until 10 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V729 GLE done?
V729 GLE was recorded at 142,708 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2026, an average of 3,954 miles a year.
Has V729 GLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V729 GLE has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2013.
Has the mileage on V729 GLE 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 V729 GLE find?
V729 GLE passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 discs; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes; fuel pipe/s corroded, and 3 more.

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