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R5 WSG

1998 Jaguar Xkr

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

125,934 mi
Last recorded125,934 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xkr80,639 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 WSG
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2020 125,934 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 125,824 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 125,610 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 124,629 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 124,217 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 124,077 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 122,729 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 122,208 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 120,421 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 117,638 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Jul 2008 109,169 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

corrosion starting o/s and n/s front floor

Pass 10 Jul 2007 102,103 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2007 102,103 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c) DANGEROUS

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

advanced corrosion front discs

Pass 5 Jul 2006 97,898 miles

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

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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R5 WSG is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 R5 WSG, 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

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What year was R5 WSG registered?

R5 WSG is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 17 June 1998.

Is R5 WSG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 WSG shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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