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Jaguar XK8

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 3,995 cc

Y268 GUDMOT history

Y268 GUD is a silver petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 18 Jul 2001. Its MOT is valid until 7 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Sept 2026.

Y268 GUD silver Jaguar XK8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar XK8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 Sept 2027
Mileage
81,747 mi
At MOT on 8 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,764 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y268 GUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Jul 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y268 GUD was last recorded at 81,747 miles on 8 Sept 2026, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,730 miles · 3 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
2,764 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,747 miles
  • 2025 – 80,717 miles
  • 2024 – 80,335 miles
  • 2023 – 80,331 miles
  • 2020 – 78,534 miles
  • 2019 – 75,066 miles
  • 2018 – 71,146 miles
  • 2017 – 67,158 miles
  • 2016 – 63,221 miles
  • 2015 – 57,474 miles
  • 2014 – 53,578 miles
  • 2013 – 49,176 miles
  • 2012 – 48,656 miles
  • 2011 – 40,240 miles
  • 2010 – 32,838 miles
  • 2008 – 31,714 miles
  • 2007 – 29,230 miles
  • 2006 – 26,017 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,747 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside and suspension componentsRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Vehicle underbody has surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front and rear brake discs are pitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,747 miles (+17)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    81,747 miles
    Test number
    511473238080
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside and suspension components

  2. Fail81,730 miles (+1,013)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,730 miles
    Test number
    604710076148
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside and suspension components

  3. Pass80,717 miles (+18)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    80,717 miles
    Test number
    928238755153
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to underside and suspension components

  4. Fail80,699 miles (+364)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,699 miles
    Test number
    941365398330
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody has surface corrosion

  5. Pass80,335 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    80,335 miles
    Test number
    128507160963
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are pitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody has surface corrosion

  6. Fail80,331 miles (+1,797)11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,331 miles
    Test number
    443920197308
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases catalytic converter (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorHazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are pitted
    • AdvisoryVehicle underbody has a lot of surface corrosion

  7. Pass78,534 miles (+3,468)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    78,534 miles
    Test number
    292537943857
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass75,066 miles (+3,920)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    75,066 miles
    Test number
    610045148168
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass71,146 miles (+3,988)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    71,146 miles
    Test number
    428612230433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass67,158 miles (+3,937)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    67,158 miles
    Test number
    171187251959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass63,221 miles (+20)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    63,221 miles
    Test number
    267416278537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cut on side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight play In rear hub joints both sides

  12. Fail63,201 miles (+5,727)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,201 miles
    Test number
    859276768741
    • FailureNearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner cut on side wall
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySlight play In rear hub joints both sides

  13. Pass57,474 miles (+3,896)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    57,474 miles
    Test number
    717780795142
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)
    • NoteCut in nearside front inner tyre wall
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteSlight play at both rear wheels

  14. Pass53,578 miles (+4,402)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,578 miles
    Test number
    656716114267
    • NoteBoth front floors holed but not in perscribed area
    • NoteDent in nearside sill
    • NotePlay in rear uj joints on shafts

  15. Pass49,176 miles (+520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,176 miles
    Test number
    719374463132
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass48,656 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    48,656 miles
    Test number
    688252922213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,652 miles (+1,927)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,652 miles
    Test number
    677011322249
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass46,725 miles (+6,485)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    46,725 miles
    Test number
    807954952063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,240 miles (+7,402)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,240 miles
    Test number
    189355631401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,838 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,838 miles
    Test number
    261462540008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail32,768 miles (+1,054)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,768 miles
    Test number
    311943930047
    • DangerousAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • NoteSight freeplay in offside and nearside rear driveshaft universal joints

  22. Pass31,714 miles (+2,484)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    31,714 miles
    Test number
    362452488190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • NoteSlight corrosion n/s/f floorpan plate

  23. Pass29,230 miles (+3,213)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    29,230 miles
    Test number
    922494807207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,017 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    26,017 miles
    Test number
    251252696190
    • NoteSlight movment in nearside front shockabsorber lower bush
    • NoteSurface corrosion to front floors

Questions about Y268 GUD

Does Y268 GUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y268 GUD is valid until 7 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y268 GUD?
The MOT on Y268 GUD is valid until 7 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y268 GUD done?
Y268 GUD was recorded at 81,747 miles at its MOT on 8 Sept 2026, an average of 2,764 miles a year.
Has Y268 GUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y268 GUD has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y268 GUD 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 Y268 GUD find?
Y268 GUD passed its latest MOT on 8 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 1 more.

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