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JVS 225

1998 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

21,157 mi
Last recorded21,157 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2021
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJVS 225
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2021 21,157 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 21,101 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 21,001 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 20,837 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front tyres starting to perish

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

Fail 16 Aug 2017 20,837 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Front tyres starting to perish

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 1 Sep 2016 19,746 miles

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

Pass 14 Aug 2015 19,111 miles

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

Fail 13 Aug 2015 19,111 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 18,247 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 17,883 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 17,695 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 17,537 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2011 17,537 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct width (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 17,526 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2009 17,482 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 17,337 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 16,615 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 16,575 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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JVS 225 is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 JVS 225, 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 JVS 225 registered?

JVS 225 is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 28 August 1998.

Is JVS 225 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JVS 225 shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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