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A26 XKJ

1998 Jaguar XK8

Beige Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,930 mi
Last recorded59,930 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 XKJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 59,930 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 59,551 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 58,850 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 58,597 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2022 58,108 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 57,408 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 57,654 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 54,662 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 53,759 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 52,139 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 52,123 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 52,116 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 51,739 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 51,730 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 51,428 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 50,742 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Dec 2009 50,144 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Dec 2008 48,666 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 47,553 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2006 43,798 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 40,739 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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A26 XKJ is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Beige with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 81,930 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 A26 XKJ, 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 28 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A26 XKJ registered?

A26 XKJ is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A26 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 XKJ 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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