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K8 VRD

1997 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

81,823 mi
Last recorded81,823 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2011
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 VRD
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2011 81,823 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 81,264 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 80,477 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 80,477 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 29 Jun 2007 79,701 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2007 79,701 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 78,850 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

off side number plate light not working

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 VRD is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VRD, 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 VRD registered?

K8 VRD is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is K8 VRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K8 VRD shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does K8 VRD have outstanding finance?

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