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8 JAG

1997 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,206 mi
Last recorded53,206 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8 JAG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025 53,206 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2024 53,115 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 52,975 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 52,841 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 52,825 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 52,634 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 52,493 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 52,468 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 51,644 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 50,719 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 49,931 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 48,933 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 48,382 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 47,275 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 45,709 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 44,288 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 39,488 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 37,941 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 35,752 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 32,600 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 29,961 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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8 JAG is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 8 JAG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 8 JAG?

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What year was 8 JAG registered?

8 JAG is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 17 September 1997.

Is 8 JAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8 JAG shows 21 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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