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Jaguar XJ

Black · Petrol · 2010 · 5,000 cc

V8 MKUMOT history

V8 MKU is a black petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 30 Jun 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 175,661 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

V8 MKU black Jaguar Xj – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar Xj, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
175,661 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,576 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 MKU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
5,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
30 Jun 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 MKU was last recorded at 175,661 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 11,137 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Jul 2014: 48,392 miles, lower than 49,822 miles on 19 Jul 2013.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
164,524 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
11,137 miles
Average per year
9,576 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,661 miles
  • 2025 – 164,524 miles
  • 2024 – 153,530 miles
  • 2023 – 144,054 miles
  • 2022 – 139,230 miles
  • 2021 – 133,477 miles
  • 2020 – 128,024 miles
  • 2019 – 109,039 miles
  • 2018 – 98,699 miles
  • 2017 – 87,624 miles
  • 2016 – 80,570 miles
  • 2015 – 62,968 miles
  • 2014 – 48,392 miles
  • 2013 – 49,822 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,661 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Exhaust heat shields deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,661 miles (+11,137)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    175,661 miles
    Test number
    701022828633
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass164,524 miles (+10,994)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    164,524 miles
    Test number
    115954201860

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass153,530 miles (+35)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    153,530 miles
    Test number
    827989371154
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorated

  4. Fail153,495 miles (+9,441)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,495 miles
    Test number
    369443959235
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure Clamp missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shields deteriorated

  5. Pass144,054 miles (+4,824)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    144,054 miles
    Test number
    836558575198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass139,230 miles (+5,753)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    139,230 miles
    Test number
    817895712659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass133,477 miles (+5,453)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    133,477 miles
    Test number
    769763734976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass128,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    128,024 miles
    Test number
    670831747674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail128,024 miles (+18,985)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,024 miles
    Test number
    364179893673
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass109,039 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    109,039 miles
    Test number
    765103357960
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail109,039 miles (+10,340)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,039 miles
    Test number
    272136862960
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass98,699 miles (+11,075)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    98,699 miles
    Test number
    421022679805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,624 miles (+7,054)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    87,624 miles
    Test number
    133943472963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,570 miles (+17,602)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    80,570 miles
    Test number
    895816355587
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass62,968 miles (+14,576)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    62,968 miles
    Test number
    655244685155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,392 miles (-1,430)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    48,392 miles
    Test number
    675825904248
    • NoteO/S Front tyre has uneven wear to inside edge

  17. Pass49,822 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,822 miles
    Test number
    539960503280
    • NoteBoth rear tyres getting low

Questions about V8 MKU

Does V8 MKU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 MKU is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 MKU?
The MOT on V8 MKU is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 MKU done?
V8 MKU was recorded at 175,661 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 9,576 miles a year.
Has V8 MKU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 MKU has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on V8 MKU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Jul 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V8 MKU find?
V8 MKU passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front fluid leak, but not excessive; offside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 1 more.

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