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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 4,196 cc

X8 BLJMOT history

X8 BLJ is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 6 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 49,098 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

X8 BLJ blue Jaguar XK8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar XK8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
49,098 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 BLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
6 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 BLJ was last recorded at 49,098 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
49,098 miles · 24 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
1,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,098 miles
  • 2024 – 49,085 miles
  • 2023 – 48,436 miles
  • 2022 – 47,300 miles
  • 2021 – 46,232 miles
  • 2020 – 45,734 miles
  • 2019 – 45,227 miles
  • 2018 – 43,769 miles
  • 2017 – 42,110 miles
  • 2016 – 40,999 miles
  • 2015 – 40,198 miles
  • 2014 – 38,756 miles
  • 2013 – 37,411 miles
  • 2012 – 35,815 miles
  • 2011 – 34,760 miles
  • 2010 – 33,408 miles
  • 2009 – 30,629 miles
  • 2008 – 26,872 miles
  • 2007 – 21,266 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,098 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both rear drive shaft joints slightly worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryChassis covered in undersealRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,098 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    49,098 miles
    Test number
    974991487073
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both rear drive shaft joints slightly worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis covered in underseal

  2. Fail49,098 miles (+13)8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,098 miles
    Test number
    202450217081
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill and wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill and wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear shock bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass49,085 miles (+649)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    49,085 miles
    Test number
    597641503608
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChassis covered in underseal

  4. Pass48,436 miles (+1,136)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    48,436 miles
    Test number
    156738783664

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass47,300 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    47,300 miles
    Test number
    568393504678

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail47,300 miles (+1,068)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,300 miles
    Test number
    844550001900
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass46,232 miles (+498)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    46,232 miles
    Test number
    108584650928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass45,734 miles (+507)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    45,734 miles
    Test number
    948461712985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,227 miles (+1,458)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    45,227 miles
    Test number
    613530485430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass43,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    43,769 miles
    Test number
    547158867478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail43,769 miles (+1,659)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,769 miles
    Test number
    436218924128
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass42,110 miles (+1,111)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    42,110 miles
    Test number
    308329581591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,999 miles (+76)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    40,999 miles
    Test number
    383516977162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,923 miles (+725)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,923 miles
    Test number
    248250409321
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has excessive play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  15. Pass40,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    40,198 miles
    Test number
    872031902503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail40,198 miles (+1,442)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,198 miles
    Test number
    915708563710
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass38,756 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    38,756 miles
    Test number
    175875634314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail38,756 miles (+1,345)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,756 miles
    Test number
    448845934353
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  19. Pass37,411 miles (+1,596)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    37,411 miles
    Test number
    687811293298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass35,815 miles (+1,055)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    35,815 miles
    Test number
    387803692264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass34,760 miles (+1,352)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,760 miles
    Test number
    498307981290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass33,408 miles (+2,779)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    33,408 miles
    Test number
    351931390477
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre flat

  23. Pass30,629 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    30,629 miles
    Test number
    524195699293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail30,508 miles (+3,636)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,508 miles
    Test number
    531332089233
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteOuter sill covers fitted
    • NoteSlight play in rear wheels

  25. Pass26,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,872 miles
    Test number
    693221198270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail26,870 miles (+5,604)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,870 miles
    Test number
    130011298216
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  27. Pass21,266 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    21,266 miles
    Test number
    313256577487
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INSIDE EDGE

Questions about X8 BLJ

Does X8 BLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 BLJ is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 BLJ?
The MOT on X8 BLJ is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 BLJ done?
X8 BLJ was recorded at 49,098 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 1,481 miles a year.
Has X8 BLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 BLJ has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X8 BLJ 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 X8 BLJ find?
X8 BLJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush; rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear brake pipes covered in underseal; rear drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both rear drive shaft joints slightly worn, and 1 more.

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