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A5 THT

1997 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2011
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

22,283 mi
Last recorded22,283 miles
Recorded on14 May 2010
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 THT
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 14 May 2010 22,283 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 22,182 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 22,101 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 27 Sep 2006 21,560 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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A5 THT is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 A5 THT, 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 THT registered?

A5 THT is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is A5 THT safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 THT shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does A5 THT have outstanding finance?

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