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H3 JHU

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2021
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

33,169 mi
Last recorded33,169 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2020
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH3 JHU
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2020 33,169 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 32,633 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight wear/play.

Pass 11 Aug 2015 31,828 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight wear/play, advise to check/adjust.

Nearside screen washer jet requires slight attention.

Offside Rear tyre has slight perishing.

Pass 1 Aug 2014 29,091 miles

Offside rear tyre has slight perishing and 2 shallow cuts on the inside sidewall, consideration should be given to replacement this MOT year.

Slight corrosion beginning to the front of nearside rear suspension arm mount.

Fail 1 Aug 2013 27,964 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside front shock absorber, lower bush/bearing has slight wear/play.

Parking brake lever action requires fair pull, advise to have checked this MOT year.

Pass 1 Aug 2013 27,964 miles

Nearside front shock absorber, lower bush/bearing has slight wear/play.

Parking brake lever action requires fair pull, advise to have checked this MOT year.

Pass 1 Aug 2012 25,397 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 23,671 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 21,466 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 21,447 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 19,008 miles

Near side rear tyre cracking on outer sidewall and between treads. Advise replacement.

Pass 16 Jul 2007 18,048 miles

nearside rear tyre , sidewall perished and tread starting to crack !

Pass 23 Jun 2006 15,906 miles

offside washer pressure weak out of one jet

Fail 23 Jun 2006 15,906 miles

Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

offside washer pressure weak out of one jet

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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H3 JHU is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 H3 JHU, 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 H3 JHU registered?

H3 JHU is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is H3 JHU safe to buy?

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