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K88 JBP

1997 Jaguar XK8

Green Other 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

76,470 mi
Last recorded76,470 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 JBP
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typeOther
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2025 76,470 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 76,012 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2022 75,720 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2022 75,699 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 74,923 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2021 74,883 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 73,484 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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K88 JBP is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,980cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 K88 JBP, 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 K88 JBP registered?

K88 JBP is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 22 September 1997.

Is K88 JBP safe to buy?

The MOT history for K88 JBP shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K88 JBP have outstanding finance?

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