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J46 XKB

1998 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

29,810 mi
Last recorded29,810 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ46 XKB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 29,810 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 28,385 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2023 28,081 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 27,872 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 27,141 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2020 25,783 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2020 25,783 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 22,702 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 21,520 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 21,520 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Sep 2018 21,520 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 20,850 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2016 20,316 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2015 18,855 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 17,457 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 16,112 miles

advise both front shock lower bushes

advise nearside metal brake pipe underside

Fail 6 Jun 2012 15,599 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 15,599 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 15,253 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 13,883 miles
Fail 16 May 2009 11,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 16 May 2009 11,167 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 8,925 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 7,283 miles
Pass 19 May 2006 4,161 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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J46 XKB is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 J46 XKB, 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 J46 XKB registered?

J46 XKB is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 20 January 1998.

Is J46 XKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J46 XKB shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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