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GS 25

1999 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

34,865 mi
Last recorded34,865 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2023
Typical for 1999 Jaguar XK876,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGS 25
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2023 34,865 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 34,358 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2022 34,356 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 33,504 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2020 32,745 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 31,842 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 31,039 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 30,268 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 4 May 2016 29,598 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 May 2015 28,967 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 28,089 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 27,150 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 6 Jun 2012 26,565 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 24,813 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2010 23,947 miles

os & ns front tyres worn on inner edges.

Pass 12 May 2009 22,546 miles

Front registration plate deteriorating

Nearside front tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 3 Jun 2008 21,356 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 19,142 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 18,012 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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GS 25 is a 1999 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GS 25, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GS 25?

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What year was GS 25 registered?

GS 25 is a 1999 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 11 May 1999.

Is GS 25 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GS 25 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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