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J3 LYS

1998 Jaguar XK8

Purple Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

112,480 mi
Last recorded112,480 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ3 LYS
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2026 112,480 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 112,275 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2024 112,261 miles

Central Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Cross Member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Brace (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 111,752 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2022 111,441 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shocker Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Nov 2022 111,441 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Shocker Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 110,977 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 110,361 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 110,095 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 108,360 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 103,937 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 99,956 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 94,612 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 90,445 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 89,130 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 87,107 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 85,466 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 83,904 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 82,235 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 77,971 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2007 71,245 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2006 65,652 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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J3 LYS is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Purple with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 81,930 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 J3 LYS, 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 28 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 J3 LYS registered?

J3 LYS is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is J3 LYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J3 LYS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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