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R588 LGF

1998 Jaguar Xkr

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

73,214 mi
Last recorded73,214 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xkr80,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR588 LGF
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 73,214 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2024 70,445 miles

front tyres worn on inner edges

nearside rear outer sill corroded but not holed

Pass 29 Apr 2023 69,127 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 29 Apr 2023 69,127 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 6 May 2022 68,485 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 66,901 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2020 66,029 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 64,510 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 58,970 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 55,942 miles
Pass 4 May 2016 51,101 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 49,090 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 May 2014 47,661 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 45,699 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 43,683 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing wearing low on inner edges

os and ns inner front floor pans starting to corrode

Pass 20 Apr 2011 41,260 miles

both front tyres wearing smooth on inner edges

Pass 13 Apr 2010 38,400 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2009 34,238 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 29,510 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 25,977 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 20,988 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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R588 LGF is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 R588 LGF, 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.

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What year was R588 LGF registered?

R588 LGF is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 8 May 1998.

Is R588 LGF safe to buy?

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