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L77 XKR

1998 Jaguar Xkr

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

99,675 mi
Last recorded99,675 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xkr80,639 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL77 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 99,675 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 99,379 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2018 98,404 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2017 97,524 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2016 95,420 miles

offside front floor corroded

Pass 29 Aug 2015 92,507 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 90,091 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2013 88,950 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 78,856 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2012 78,856 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2011 69,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 57,714 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

offside front floor damaged

Pass 10 Sep 2009 51,460 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xkr?

Based on 218,570 MOT tests across 12,571 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,309
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,083
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 2,159
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,080
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,593
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L77 XKR is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 80,639 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xkr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,083 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L77 XKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 28 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of L77 XKR?

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What year was L77 XKR registered?

L77 XKR is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is L77 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for L77 XKR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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