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K88 PGH

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,864 mi
Last recorded80,864 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK88 PGH
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 80,864 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2026 80,858 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 22 Apr 2025 80,273 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 79,472 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 77,369 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 74,268 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 71,076 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2020 68,812 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 65,301 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jun 2018 63,323 miles

Nearside Front shock absorber lower bush play

Nearside Front shock absorber lower pin bush dust cover split

Nearside Rear shock absorber lower pin bush dust cover split

Offside Front shock absorber lower bush play

Offside Front shock absorber lower pin bush dust cover split

Offside Rear shock absorber lower pin bush dust cover split

Pass 21 Jun 2017 62,642 miles

both rear shock absorber bush seals starting to perish

slight play in o/s/front inner steering arm joint

Pass 15 Jun 2016 61,618 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 59,620 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 6 Jun 2014 58,240 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 57,386 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 56,399 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 56,399 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2011 55,015 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 53,568 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 52,308 miles

Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 17 Jun 2009 52,308 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 51,694 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 50,607 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 48,300 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 PGH is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 PGH, 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 PGH registered?

K88 PGH is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is K88 PGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for K88 PGH shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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