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J6 XKK

1998 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

39,042 mi
Last recorded39,042 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ6 XKK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 39,042 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2024 37,817 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 37,809 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded , both NS & OS (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive , both NS & OS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Slight corrosion to drivers floor heel pad

Pass 8 Apr 2019 35,940 miles

Handbrake close to full travel

Pass 12 Sep 2017 33,789 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 32,820 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2015 32,205 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 31,221 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 30,652 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 29,461 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2011 28,038 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 25,300 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 20,800 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 18,352 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 15,534 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 15,534 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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J6 XKK is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J6 XKK, 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 J6 XKK registered?

J6 XKK is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is J6 XKK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J6 XKK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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