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A5 NGU

1997 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,835 mi
Last recorded67,835 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2011
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 NGU
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2011 67,835 miles

Rear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 65,715 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 63,159 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 59,741 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 28 Jul 2008 59,410 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 May 2007 53,430 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2006 42,559 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear number plate starting to deteriorate

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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A5 NGU is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 A5 NGU, 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

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What year was A5 NGU registered?

A5 NGU is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A5 NGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 NGU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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