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KPL 9

1998 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,976 mi
Last recorded43,976 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKPL 9
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Feb 2026 43,976 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2025 43,974 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 43,961 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 43,904 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 43,710 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 43,368 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 43,340 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45r18 pirelli (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 43,323 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 43,280 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 43,212 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 43,101 miles

nearside front upper wishbone inner rear bush slight play

Pass 18 Oct 2013 43,041 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2012 42,934 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 42,755 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 42,613 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 41,969 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 41,128 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 40,700 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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KPL 9 is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 KPL 9, 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 KPL 9 registered?

KPL 9 is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is KPL 9 safe to buy?

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