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A7 XKC

1999 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

126,906 mi
Last recorded126,906 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2023
Typical for 1999 Jaguar XK876,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 XKC
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2023 126,906 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 125,220 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

steering rack bush deteriorated but not causing excessive play

Pass 1 Mar 2022 122,836 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive power steering oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill not within 30cm of prescribed areas. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2020 115,226 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 113,498 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 109,190 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 104,520 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 97,290 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)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 97,289 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2015 91,170 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

slight play OSF anti roll bar bush

sticker in swept area OS of windscreen

Fail 20 Mar 2015 91,168 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

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

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

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

slight play OSF anti roll bar bush

sticker in swept area OS of windscreen

Pass 20 Mar 2014 86,746 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 80,779 miles

slight play in nsr wheel

slight play in osr wheel

Pass 26 Mar 2012 75,572 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2010 65,968 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 65,965 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 26 Jun 2009 57,206 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2009 57,206 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2008 50,777 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 49,069 miles

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Jun 2007 49,069 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 46,646 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 XKC is a 1999 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 76,018 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 XKC, 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 27 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A7 XKC registered?

A7 XKC is a 1999 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is A7 XKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 XKC shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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