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6740 RH

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,228 mi
Last recorded35,228 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration6740 RH
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 29 Sep 2023 35,228 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 35,182 miles
Pass 27 May 2009 35,146 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 35,051 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 35,104 miles
Pass 26 May 2006 34,878 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar XK8?

Based on 236,376 MOT tests across 12,687 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
1,961
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,041
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,072
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 3,307
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,238
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 2,953
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6740 RH is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 82,053 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar XK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,041 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 6740 RH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar XK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was 6740 RH registered?

6740 RH is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 7 January 1997.

Is 6740 RH safe to buy?

The MOT history for 6740 RH shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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