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L5 RVL

1998 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2027
Tests26 (22 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

78,690 mi
Last recorded78,690 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL5 RVL
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

22 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2026 78,690 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2025 78,159 miles

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

Fail 2 Sep 2025 78,142 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2024 75,313 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2023 73,954 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 73,928 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 73,030 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Oil residue at sump and steering rack. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 70,814 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 69,494 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2020 69,488 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 68,742 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 67,168 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 66,067 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 64,461 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 62,915 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 61,469 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 60,413 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 58,993 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 58,143 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2010 56,914 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 56,914 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 55,828 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 55,061 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 53,907 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 52,487 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2005 50,597 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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L5 RVL is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 L5 RVL, 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

How do I check the history of L5 RVL?

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What year was L5 RVL registered?

L5 RVL is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 5 November 1998.

Is L5 RVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L5 RVL shows 26 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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