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K8 SHW

1997 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

40,979 mi
Last recorded40,979 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 40,979 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2017 40,856 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2016 39,668 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 39,307 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 39,091 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 37,203 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all 4 tyres are perished. 245/45/18 on front 255/45/18w on the rear

Fail 21 Jun 2013 37,201 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

all 4 tyres are perished. 245/45/18 on front 255/45/18w on the rear

the brake lights work intermittantly

Pass 18 Sep 2008 32,206 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 32,101 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 SHW is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 SHW, 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 SHW registered?

K8 SHW is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 15 October 1997.

Is K8 SHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 SHW shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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