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EJB 65

1997 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

105,797 mi
Last recorded105,797 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEJB 65
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 105,797 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2025 102,125 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 97,627 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2023 92,509 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 86,416 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 79,698 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 78,180 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 76,018 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 70,806 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 67,024 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 66,835 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 66,835 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 66,798 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 66,561 miles

offside front steering arm has slight play in it

Pass 13 Apr 2013 65,655 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 64,966 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2011 63,978 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 62,479 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2009 61,080 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Feb 2008 59,745 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 57,798 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 55,089 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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EJB 65 is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 EJB 65, 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 EJB 65?

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What year was EJB 65 registered?

EJB 65 is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is EJB 65 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EJB 65 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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