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A2 GGU

1998 Jaguar Xkr

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

115,406 mi
Last recorded115,406 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xkr80,639 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 GGU
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 115,406 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 114,556 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2024 113,425 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2024 113,422 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 May 2023 111,598 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Feb 2022 110,108 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 109,934 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2019 109,796 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 109,234 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 108,227 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 108,222 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement mounting bush split (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 106,596 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 104,180 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides on inside edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 102,408 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 101,073 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 100,878 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2012 99,559 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 98,350 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 96,602 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 94,726 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 92,733 miles

Nearside Rear Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

both front tyres close to wear bars

o/s/f top arm bushes slight movement

Pass 27 Apr 2007 88,393 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 85,365 miles

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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A2 GGU is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 A2 GGU, 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

How do I check the history of A2 GGU?

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What year was A2 GGU registered?

A2 GGU is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 15 September 1998.

Is A2 GGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 GGU shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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