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K3 RMO

1998 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

57,261 mi
Last recorded57,261 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2019
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK3 RMO
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2019 57,261 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material *Marked in chalk* (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 56,372 miles

both rear outer sills corroded

handbrake imbalanced

Pass 8 May 2017 55,385 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2015 54,476 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 54,406 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 53,965 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 53,398 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 52,888 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2010 52,678 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Oct 2010 52,678 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2009 51,570 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 50,687 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 49,826 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 48,629 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 46,930 miles

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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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K3 RMO is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 K3 RMO, 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.

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What year was K3 RMO registered?

K3 RMO is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 29 September 1998.

Is K3 RMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for K3 RMO shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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