CarVerify

Free Car Check

K8 FGJ

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,907 mi
Last recorded43,907 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 FGJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass
Pass 16 Mar 2026 43,907 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 42,684 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 41,146 miles
Pass 9 May 2023 39,935 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 37,143 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 27 May 2021 36,424 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 35,716 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 34,617 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 33,870 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 32,832 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2015 31,851 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 31,833 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 31,730 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 31,643 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 31,469 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 31,329 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 31,086 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2008 30,695 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 30,198 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 30,032 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
Full Jaguar XK8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

K8 FGJ 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 100%.

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 FGJ, 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

How do I check the history of K8 FGJ?

You can check the full history of K8 FGJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was K8 FGJ registered?

K8 FGJ is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 10 October 1997.

Is K8 FGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 FGJ shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K8 FGJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on K8 FGJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.