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J100 MHE

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

85,134 mi
Last recorded85,134 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ100 MHE
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 85,134 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 83,185 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 82,149 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2022 81,133 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2021 79,691 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2019 78,879 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 75,027 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 73,353 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 72,147 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 70,652 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 69,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 69,192 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 67,114 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 66,372 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 64,892 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 63,547 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 60,960 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2008 57,768 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 54,252 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2006 49,039 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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J100 MHE is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 J100 MHE, 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 J100 MHE registered?

J100 MHE is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is J100 MHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J100 MHE shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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