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K88 MWH

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2023
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,745 mi
Last recorded89,745 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2022
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 MWH
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2022 89,745 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 85,710 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2018 82,051 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 80,379 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 78,638 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 76,363 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 73,179 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 72,867 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 71,371 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2011 69,149 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Jun 2011 69,149 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2010 67,290 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2010 67,266 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2009 65,516 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 19 Mar 2008 64,909 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 64,909 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Mar 2007 60,718 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Fail 24 Jan 2007 60,587 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

both front tyres inner tread minor distortion

Pass 13 Jan 2006 55,506 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 MWH is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 K88 MWH, 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 MWH registered?

K88 MWH is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 22 April 1997.

Is K88 MWH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K88 MWH shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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