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AIB 28

1998 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

46,577 mi
Last recorded46,577 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAIB 28
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 27 Jun 2025 46,577 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 46,112 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 45,904 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2020 45,766 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 45,036 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 44,496 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 43,686 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 43,320 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 42,957 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 42,714 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 42,366 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2012 41,767 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 41,341 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 40,214 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)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 39,190 miles

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

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing oninside edge

slight movement rear wheel bearings

Pass 13 Mar 2008 36,205 miles

both front tyres wearing on inside edges

Pass 14 Mar 2007 32,649 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 31,081 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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AIB 28 is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 AIB 28, 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 AIB 28 registered?

AIB 28 is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is AIB 28 safe to buy?

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