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K8 XJH

1998 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,240 mi
Last recorded62,240 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK8 XJH
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 7 May 2026 62,240 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 61,802 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2024 61,544 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 60,996 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 60,512 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 60,494 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 60,207 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 60,122 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 59,985 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 59,900 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 59,806 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 59,374 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 59,096 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 58,450 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 58,300 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 58,087 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 57,901 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Jun 2008 57,538 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 10 Jul 2007
Pass 11 Jul 2006 56,472 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 XJH is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XJH, 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 XJH registered?

K8 XJH is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is K8 XJH safe to buy?

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