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CIW 2801

1999 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2019
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

127,341 mi
Last recorded127,341 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2019
Typical for 1999 Jaguar XK876,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCIW 2801
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 26 Mar 2019 127,341 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 125,201 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 102,100 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 102,100 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 2 Dec 2009 99,249 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2009 99,249 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)

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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CIW 2801 is a 1999 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CIW 2801, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CIW 2801 registered?

CIW 2801 is a 1999 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is CIW 2801 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CIW 2801 shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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