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R88 XKR

2001 Jaguar Xkr

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

83,902 mi
Last recorded83,902 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xkr67,563 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 83,902 miles

Corrosion to both inner seals and chassis

Pass 24 May 2024 81,862 miles

Nearside Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported front to rear clip broken but still safe (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 78,817 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 77,571 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 76,108 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 73,914 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 73,329 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 73,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 70,180 miles

engine management warning lamp illuminated

Fail 5 Jan 2015 70,180 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

engine management warning lamp illuminated

Pass 12 Dec 2013 65,850 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

offside body sill damaged

Pass 31 Dec 2012 63,758 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 2008 63,467 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 56,661 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2007 56,590 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

near side front wheel arch cover catching tyre when on full lock

Pass 31 Mar 2006 48,311 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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R88 XKR is a 2001 Jaguar Xkr in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 67,563 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 R88 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 25 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 R88 XKR registered?

R88 XKR is a 2001 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 1 April 2001.

Is R88 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 XKR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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