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J22 BLP

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

94,256 mi
Last recorded94,256 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ22 BLP
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 94,256 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2025 94,155 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 93,744 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2023 93,251 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2022 92,877 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 92,504 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2020 92,025 miles

both front tyres starting to perish

both rear tyres wearing down low and starting to perish

slight play in offside and nearside rear outer driveshaft joints

Pass 4 May 2018 91,675 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 91,301 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 91,105 miles
Pass 5 May 2014 91,017 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2012 89,203 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 88,218 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2011 88,218 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 86,695 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2009 134,371 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 128,411 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2007 119,693 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 109,047 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 108,993 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (hotspot upper edge above the horizontal 0% line) (1.6.D1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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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J22 BLP 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 90%.

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 J22 BLP, 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 J22 BLP registered?

J22 BLP is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is J22 BLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J22 BLP shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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