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H18 JAG

1997 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

82,858 mi
Last recorded82,858 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH18 JAG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 82,858 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 82,474 miles

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 81,099 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 77,718 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2021 77,609 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 77,544 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2019 77,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 1 Jun 2018 77,427 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 15 Jun 2017 77,292 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill area (6.1.B.2)

Fail 15 Jun 2017 77,292 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion outer sill area (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 77,158 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 77,016 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 76,724 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 76,396 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 75,966 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 75,314 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 74,871 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 74,540 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 74,110 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 73,535 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 72,942 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 JAG is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 H18 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 H18 JAG registered?

H18 JAG is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 14 May 1997.

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