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K8 NGW

1998 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

65,020 mi
Last recorded65,020 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2016
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 NGW
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2016 65,020 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 64,976 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 64,866 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2013 64,779 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 64,779 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 64,659 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 64,577 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 64,516 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 64,338 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2008 63,371 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 59,826 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 57,409 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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K8 NGW is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 81,930 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 NGW, 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 28 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 NGW registered?

K8 NGW is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is K8 NGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 NGW shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K8 NGW have outstanding finance?

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