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G11 RAR

1999 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

142,252 mi
Last recorded142,252 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Jaguar XK876,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG11 RAR
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 142,252 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 140,406 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 137,813 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 135,545 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 133,449 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 132,312 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 131,436 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 130,429 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 128,783 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 126,720 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 124,607 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 124,049 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 124,018 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 123,283 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 121,214 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 118,880 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 114,213 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2009 107,837 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2008 100,668 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 99,623 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2006 85,638 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2006 84,834 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front 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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G11 RAR is a 1999 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 G11 RAR, 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.

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What year was G11 RAR registered?

G11 RAR is a 1999 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is G11 RAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for G11 RAR 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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