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A17 DYJ

1998 Jaguar Xkr

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,721 mi
Last recorded39,721 miles
Recorded on6 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xkr80,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA17 DYJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 May 2024 39,721 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Fail 6 May 2024 39,721 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Steering arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 39,665 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2022 39,665 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 9 Jun 2021 39,591 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 39,286 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 39,126 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 39,026 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 38,573 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 38,467 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 38,315 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 21 May 2014 38,315 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 38,178 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 37,687 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 35,800 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 34,117 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 32,062 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 29,675 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 25,821 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2006 25,821 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xkr?

Based on 218,570 MOT tests across 12,571 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,309
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,083
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 2,159
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,080
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,593
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A17 DYJ is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 80,639 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xkr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,083 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A17 DYJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A17 DYJ registered?

A17 DYJ is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is A17 DYJ safe to buy?

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