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H18 DLB

1997 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

35,590 mi
Last recorded35,590 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2022
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH18 DLB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2022 35,590 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 35,552 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner flitch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2021 35,523 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner flitch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 35,344 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2019 35,066 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2018 34,940 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 34,275 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 33,778 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 33,742 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Aug 2015 33,366 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2014 31,993 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 30,596 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 29,857 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 29,272 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 27,922 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 27,004 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 26,203 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2008 26,203 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 24,794 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2006 23,878 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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H18 DLB is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 H18 DLB, 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

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What year was H18 DLB registered?

H18 DLB is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is H18 DLB safe to buy?

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