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H8 XKS

1999 Jaguar XK8

Beige Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

96,995 mi
Last recorded96,995 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Jaguar XK876,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH8 XKS
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1999
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 96,995 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2024 96,994 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 96,918 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2023 96,918 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 96,892 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 96,892 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2021 96,892 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2020 96,795 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2020 96,795 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Dec 2018 96,782 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 96,709 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 96,682 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2017 96,682 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Oct 2015 96,608 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2014 96,580 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 96,114 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 96,114 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2012 95,920 miles

Offside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 95,253 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 94,442 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2009 92,123 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 90,674 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 24 Oct 2008 90,959 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6) DANGEROUS

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 27 Oct 2007 88,789 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2007 88,789 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2006 85,195 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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H8 XKS is a 1999 Jaguar XK8 in Beige with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 H8 XKS, 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 H8 XKS?

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What year was H8 XKS registered?

H8 XKS is a 1999 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 June 1999.

Is H8 XKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for H8 XKS shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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