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K8 RWX

1998 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

63,916 mi
Last recorded63,916 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 63,916 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

WAXED UNDETRNEATH

Pass 18 Dec 2024 63,421 miles

waxed underneath

Fail 18 Dec 2024 63,421 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

waxed underneath

Pass 13 Jan 2024 63,268 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2023 63,227 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Dec 2022 63,000 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))

TYRES 18 YEARS OLD

UNDERSEALED

Pass 20 Dec 2021 62,908 miles

FRONT=15YEARS=245/45/ZR18 100Y TYRES

REAR=17YEARS OLD=255/45/ZR18 99Y=P ZERO

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play BOTH SIDES (5.1.3 (a) (i))

UNDERSEALED/WAXED

Valve stem slightly damaged ALL CRACKED AND SPLITTING (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 21 Dec 2020 62,800 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 62,718 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 62,598 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2017 62,433 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 62,311 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2015 62,175 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 61,985 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 61,792 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2012 61,602 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 61,415 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 61,136 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 60,704 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 60,299 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 59,828 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2007 59,137 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2007 59,137 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 56,009 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 RWX is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RWX, 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 RWX registered?

K8 RWX is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is K8 RWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 RWX 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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