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S230 FYG

1998 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2021
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,855 mi
Last recorded101,855 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2019
Typical for 1998 Jaguar XK881,930 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS230 FYG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 20 Apr 2019 101,855 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 100,352 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2006 64,431 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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S230 FYG is a 1998 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 81,930 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 S230 FYG, 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 28 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S230 FYG registered?

S230 FYG is a 1998 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 14 August 1998.

Is S230 FYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for S230 FYG shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S230 FYG have outstanding finance?

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