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K80 SCB

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

97,851 mi
Last recorded97,851 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK80 SCB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 97,851 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 97,195 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2021 96,947 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 96,195 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2019 96,181 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 95,509 miles

N/s/f floor corroded outside prescribed area.

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 94,783 miles

Nearside Front tyre tread depth 1.6mm

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 17 Mar 2017 94,783 miles

Offside Brake pipe leaking Front to rear (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front tyre tread depth 1.6mm

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 93,981 miles

N/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 24 Mar 2015 93,211 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges.

Pass 24 Mar 2014 92,326 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2013 91,494 miles

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 89,673 miles

O/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 17 Feb 2011 88,408 miles

O/s/f tyre worn on inner edge.

Pass 23 Feb 2010 87,018 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 84,897 miles

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

offside front tyre well worn on inside edge of tread

Pass 4 Mar 2008 81,757 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2008 81,743 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 26 Feb 2007 76,797 miles

Nearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 May 2006 72,421 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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K80 SCB is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 82,053 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 K80 SCB, 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 29 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 K80 SCB registered?

K80 SCB is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is K80 SCB safe to buy?

The MOT history for K80 SCB shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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