No, R331 BAU is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for R331 BAU?

The MOT for R331 BAU is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 April 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of R331 BAU?

The recorded mileage for R331 BAU is 189,413 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R331 BAU ULEZ compliant?

No, R331 BAU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

1997 Jaguar XK8 4.0L Petrol · R331 BAU

R331 BAU

1997 Jaguar XK8 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 01/11/1997. Recorded mileage 189,413 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: JAGUAR XK8
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 04/04/2024
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 189,413 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: PETROL · 4.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 04/04/2024

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 189,413 mi
Fuel Type: PETROL
Year: 1997
Engine: 3980cc

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R331 BAU Key Findings

2 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 04/04/2023
189,413 miles recorded at latest MOT
3 defects noted at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

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R331 BAU Mileage History

04/04/2022187,511 mi
04/04/2023189,413 mi+1,902 mi

Average of roughly 1,904 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

R331 BAU MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 3 Sept 2026, 01:27

MOT Analysis

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2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Jaguar Xk8 (R331 BAU) between April 2022 and April 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.

In total 6 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

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