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K8 ERV

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Diesel 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

155,188 mi
Last recorded155,188 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2015
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 ERV
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2015 155,188 miles

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

General corrosion around vehicle.

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Nov 2014 145,781 miles

tyres all on limit

Pass 22 Nov 2013 138,435 miles

Rear brake pads wearing down

Pass 13 Dec 2012 131,613 miles

General corrosion arround vehicle.

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 125,401 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 119,331 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 115,298 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 105,539 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 95,563 miles

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

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

handbrake 17% limit required 16%

Fail 24 Oct 2007 95,555 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

handbrake 17% limit required 16%

Pass 6 Dec 2006 87,897 miles

Ref:TEst number 424559236310

Fail 5 Dec 2006 87,894 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2005 68,630 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2005 68,630 miles

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2) DANGEROUS

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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K8 ERV is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 K8 ERV, 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 K8 ERV registered?

K8 ERV is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 21 November 1997.

Is K8 ERV safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 ERV shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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