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L6 LAJ

1997 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

25,322 mi
Last recorded25,322 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar XK882,053 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL6 LAJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 25,322 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 25,243 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 25,239 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Aug 2023 25,024 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2022 24,899 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 24,720 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 24,527 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 24,405 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 24,165 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 24,101 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 23,978 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 23,896 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2012 23,818 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 23,776 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 23,571 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 12 Mar 2009 23,401 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 23,225 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 22,578 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 21,223 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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L6 LAJ is a 1997 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 L6 LAJ, 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.

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What year was L6 LAJ registered?

L6 LAJ is a 1997 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L6 LAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L6 LAJ shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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