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Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 4,196 cc

X8 WGSMOT history

X8 WGS is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Nov 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 120,549 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Nov 2027
Mileage
120,549 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,872 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 WGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 WGS was last recorded at 120,549 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,886 miles · 27 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
663 miles
Average per year
4,872 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,549 miles
  • 2025 – 119,886 miles
  • 2024 – 118,835 miles
  • 2023 – 117,022 miles
  • 2022 – 116,035 miles
  • 2021 – 115,566 miles
  • 2020 – 114,373 miles
  • 2019 – 112,610 miles
  • 2018 – 109,696 miles
  • 2017 – 106,839 miles
  • 2016 – 102,739 miles
  • 2015 – 98,706 miles
  • 2014 – 96,686 miles
  • 2013 – 94,436 miles
  • 2012 – 83,267 miles
  • 2011 – 69,780 miles
  • 2010 – 56,472 miles
  • 2009 – 44,554 miles
  • 2008 – 31,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,549 miles
  • AdvisoryFront undertray fitted
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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 Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Hazard warning switch faulty

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Floor pan starting to corrode

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Floor pan starting to corrode

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,549 miles (+663)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    120,549 miles
    Test number
    278876380513
    • AdvisoryFront undertray fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Pass119,886 miles (+1,051)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    119,886 miles
    Test number
    714584457058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass118,835 miles (+1,813)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    118,835 miles
    Test number
    311008179596
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both sides (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass117,022 miles (+987)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    117,022 miles
    Test number
    855989771379
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor pan starting to corroed
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor pan starting to corroed
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play Track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,035 miles (+469)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,035 miles
    Test number
    523356186434
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor pan starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor pan starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill starting to corrode

  6. Pass115,566 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,566 miles
    Test number
    859442400091
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor pan starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor pan starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail115,566 miles (+1,193)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,566 miles
    Test number
    351195583840
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Floor pan starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Floor pan starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass114,373 miles (+1,763)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    114,373 miles
    Test number
    784948311287
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. Pass112,610 miles (+2,914)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,610 miles
    Test number
    292355593621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass109,696 miles (+2,857)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    109,696 miles
    Test number
    157589726329
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass106,839 miles (+4,100)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    106,839 miles
    Test number
    966087712857
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Hub bearing slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Hub bearing slight play

  12. Pass102,739 miles (+1,723)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    102,739 miles
    Test number
    171814707798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,016 miles (+2,310)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    101,016 miles
    Test number
    308292510541
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn not weakened

  14. Pass98,706 miles (+2,020)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    98,706 miles
    Test number
    398389245182
    • NoteFront brake disc slightly lipped slightly worn outer edge

  15. Pass96,686 miles (+2,250)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,686 miles
    Test number
    246954454108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass94,436 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,436 miles
    Test number
    479821673159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail94,431 miles (+11,164)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,431 miles
    Test number
    276370673478
    • FailureNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass83,267 miles (+13,487)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,267 miles
    Test number
    939685492122
    • NoteO/s/r/ and n/s/r wheels have slight play ( vertical )

  19. Pass69,780 miles (+13,308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    69,780 miles
    Test number
    587017261106
    • 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)

  20. Pass56,472 miles (+155)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    56,472 miles
    Test number
    764392460146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,317 miles (+11,763)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,317 miles
    Test number
    153259650110
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteFront number plate in poor condition
    • NoteNear side front fog lamp broken non test item
    • NoteOff side front tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NotePlay present in rear drive shaft joints not excessive at time of test

  22. Pass44,554 miles (+13,431)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    44,554 miles
    Test number
    290352869167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteBody damage to offside front wing and front bumper offside corner and side reflector in bumper slightly loose
    • NoteRear number plate deteriorating
    • NoteWhen monouvering vehicle can hear slight knocking/rattling noise possible from rear suspension no apparent excessive movement on inspection ,recommend further investigation

  23. Pass31,123 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    31,123 miles
    Test number
    950895068138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail31,119 miles1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,119 miles
    Test number
    374544068139
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

Questions about X8 WGS

Does X8 WGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 WGS is valid until 14 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 WGS?
The MOT on X8 WGS is valid until 14 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 WGS done?
X8 WGS was recorded at 120,549 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 4,872 miles a year.
Has X8 WGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 WGS has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on X8 WGS 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 WGS find?
X8 WGS passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 5 advisories: front undertray fitted; nearside rear coil spring corroded; offside front suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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