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K8 MDR

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

62,723 mi
Last recorded62,723 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 MDR
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2025 62,723 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2024 62,191 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2023 61,106 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 60,201 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2020 59,226 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2019 58,671 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 57,944 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 57,142 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2017 57,142 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 56,015 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2016 56,015 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 54,188 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 51,685 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2013 50,548 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 50,548 miles

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 May 2009 50,363 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 19 May 2008 50,118 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 11 May 2007 49,572 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

slight play in both rear wheel bearings/hubs

Pass 26 May 2006 47,230 miles

rear wheel bearings just acceptable (play)

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 MDR 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 84.2%.

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 MDR, 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 MDR registered?

K8 MDR is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 9 May 1997.

Is K8 MDR safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 MDR shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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