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DA 7480

1997 Jaguar XK8

Gold Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,745 mi
Last recorded48,745 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA 7480
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 3 Sep 2025 48,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2024 48,453 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2023 48,116 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 47,739 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 47,099 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 46,637 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 45,930 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 44,890 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 44,497 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 43,910 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 43,500 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 42,921 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 42,294 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 41,839 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 41,575 miles

play in rear hub units

Pass 18 Aug 2010 41,096 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 40,436 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 39,803 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Aug 2007 39,006 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 37,709 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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DA 7480 is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Gold with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 82,053 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 DA 7480, 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 29 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DA 7480 registered?

DA 7480 is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 April 1997.

Is DA 7480 safe to buy?

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