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E6 SJA

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

7,274 mi
Last recorded7,274 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE6 SJA
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2026 7,274 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 6,941 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 6,396 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 6,355 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 6,337 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 6,264 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 6,244 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 6,226 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 6,186 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2015 6,178 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Pass 23 Jul 2014 6,124 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 6,124 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 22 Jul 2013 6,053 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 6,027 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 6,008 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 5,989 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 5,912 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 5,797 miles
Pass 26 May 2007 5,764 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 5,641 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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E6 SJA is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 E6 SJA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of E6 SJA?

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What year was E6 SJA registered?

E6 SJA is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 May 1997.

Is E6 SJA safe to buy?

The MOT history for E6 SJA shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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