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F20 JAG

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

62,315 mi
Last recorded62,315 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF20 JAG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 62,315 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 58,724 miles

handbrake high at handle

Pass 14 Jun 2018 57,670 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 56,647 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 56,010 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 54,103 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 52,350 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2012 51,245 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 49,027 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 4 Sep 2010 48,066 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 44,319 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 44,013 miles

front number plate is cracked but still readable

front wiper blades are slightly smearing the windscreen

nearside front fog light is not working

rear number plate is slightly discoloured

slight play in offside front steering rack

Pass 1 Nov 2007 43,683 miles

front number plate cracked

Fail 1 Nov 2007 43,683 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front number plate cracked

Fail 4 Dec 2006 42,811 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front number plat damaged

Pass 4 Dec 2006 42,811 miles

front number plat damaged

Pass 15 Nov 2005 38,909 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2005 38,909 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

n/ s/r tyre fine crack on inner side wall

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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F20 JAG is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 F20 JAG, 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 F20 JAG registered?

F20 JAG is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is F20 JAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for F20 JAG shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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