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L4 XKC

1997 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

91,476 mi
Last recorded91,476 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL4 XKC
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 91,476 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Oct 2025 91,476 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 7 Jul 2025 90,977 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Rose joint covers split (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Rose joint covers split (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 86,253 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower shock absorber (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower Shock absorber. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 81,338 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 78,908 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2022 78,901 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Jul 2021 76,227 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 14 Jul 2020 74,627 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2019 69,403 miles

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

Pass 17 Jul 2018 66,216 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 64,641 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 62,728 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 61,606 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2015 61,606 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 61,588 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2014 61,580 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

hand brake warning lamp remains illuminated

Pass 26 Jul 2013 60,697 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2012 59,717 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2011 59,113 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 58,747 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 57,759 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 56,631 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 55,791 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 55,304 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2005 54,418 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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L4 XKC is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 L4 XKC, 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 L4 XKC registered?

L4 XKC is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 2 January 1997.

Is L4 XKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L4 XKC shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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