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A7 TAM

1998 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,914 mi
Last recorded68,914 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 TAM
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 19 May 2026 68,914 miles
Pass 13 May 2025 68,662 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2023 68,482 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 68,269 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2021 67,857 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2020 67,306 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 67,200 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 66,752 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 66,588 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 66,280 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 66,278 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 65,834 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 65,357 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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A7 TAM is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 A7 TAM, 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 A7 TAM registered?

A7 TAM is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 October 1998.

Is A7 TAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 TAM shows 13 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 A7 TAM have outstanding finance?

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