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Jaguar XK8

Green · Petrol · 1997 · 3,980 cc

XKP 4MOT history

XKP 4 is a green petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 21 May 1997. Its MOT is valid until 11 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 51,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Dec 2026
Mileage
51,165 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
1,346 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
XKP 4
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,980 cc
Year of manufacture
1997
First used
21 May 1997
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

XKP 4 was last recorded at 51,165 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 253 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
50,912 miles · 9 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
253 miles
Average per year
1,346 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 51,165 miles
  • 2024 – 50,912 miles
  • 2023 – 50,525 miles
  • 2022 – 50,509 miles
  • 2021 – 48,964 miles
  • 2020 – 46,303 miles
  • 2019 – 42,553 miles
  • 2018 – 38,979 miles
  • 2017 – 38,132 miles
  • 2016 – 37,848 miles
  • 2014 – 37,627 miles
  • 2013 – 36,707 miles
  • 2012 – 34,387 miles
  • 2011 – 33,061 miles
  • 2010 – 32,331 miles
  • 2009 – 31,322 miles
  • 2008 – 30,030 miles
  • 2007 – 28,032 miles
  • 2006 – 24,830 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass51,165 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

24 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass51,165 miles (+253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    51,165 miles
    Test number
    853833046994
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass50,912 miles (+387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    50,912 miles
    Test number
    544579956059
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass50,525 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    50,525 miles
    Test number
    520341689910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail50,509 miles (+1,545)8 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,509 miles
    Test number
    724066466588
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak catalytic converter (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sub frame mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion visible on some suspension components
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion visible
    • AdvisoryN/s front floor section holed & corroded (not structural)

  5. Pass48,964 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    48,964 miles
    Test number
    804848920436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion visible on suspension components
    • AdvisorySome under body corrosion visible

  6. Fail48,964 miles (+2,661)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,964 miles
    Test number
    429801650072
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion visible on suspension components
    • AdvisorySome under body corrosion visible

  7. Pass46,303 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    46,303 miles
    Test number
    888418608564
    • AdvisoryUnderside of vehicle heavily corroded

  8. Fail46,296 miles (+3,743)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,296 miles
    Test number
    715780683993
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle heavily corroded

  9. Pass42,553 miles (+3,574)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    42,553 miles
    Test number
    521858938157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,979 miles (+847)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2019
    Odometer
    38,979 miles
    Test number
    691109564586
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryGearbox sump corroded
    • AdvisorySump corroded

  11. Pass38,132 miles (+284)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    38,132 miles
    Test number
    329370145718
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass37,848 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2017
    Odometer
    37,848 miles
    Test number
    267321790803
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  13. Fail37,848 miles (+221)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,848 miles
    Test number
    562131777236
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  14. Pass37,627 miles (+920)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    37,627 miles
    Test number
    185135654118
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes corroded
    • NoteUnder body corroded

  15. Pass36,707 miles (+2,320)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,707 miles
    Test number
    636938943186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,387 miles (+1,326)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    34,387 miles
    Test number
    699279332114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass33,061 miles (+730)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    33,061 miles
    Test number
    566958231177
    • NoteUnder body very dry. all metal brake pipes corroded

  18. Pass32,331 miles (+1,009)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    32,331 miles
    Test number
    773918430114
    • NoteSlight corrosion on all metal brake pipes

  19. Pass31,322 miles (+1,292)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    31,322 miles
    Test number
    291495539173
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteAll metal brake pipes slightly corroded

  20. Pass30,030 miles (+19)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    30,030 miles
    Test number
    252930048155
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  21. Fail30,011 miles (+1,979)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,011 miles
    Test number
    964856738189
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  22. Pass28,032 miles (+3,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    28,032 miles
    Test number
    801238737168
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass24,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,830 miles
    Test number
    100069536143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail24,830 miles1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,830 miles
    Test number
    221088236170
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteMetal brake pipes showing general surface corrosion

Questions about XKP 4

What vehicle is registration XKP 4 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show XKP 4 on a green petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 21 May 1997. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does XKP 4 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on XKP 4 is valid until 11 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on XKP 4?
The MOT on XKP 4 is valid until 11 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has XKP 4 done?
XKP 4 was recorded at 51,165 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 1,346 miles a year.
Has XKP 4 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. XKP 4 has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on XKP 4 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 XKP 4 find?
XKP 4 passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 3 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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