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A9 CXK

1998 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

76,886 mi
Last recorded76,886 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 CXK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 76,886 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2025 76,878 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 76,837 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 74,035 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2016 73,612 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2016 73,612 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 73,324 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2014 72,584 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 72,584 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 14 Oct 2013 71,737 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

exhaust surface rust

slight oil leak

underbody brake pipe corroded

Pass 13 Nov 2012 71,651 miles

tested in wet conditions

Pass 19 Dec 2011 71,113 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2010 67,264 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 63,468 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 59,663 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Dec 2007 56,249 miles

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

oil leak from rear diff.

Pass 20 Dec 2006 52,312 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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A9 CXK is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 A9 CXK, 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 A9 CXK registered?

A9 CXK is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A9 CXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 CXK shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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