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S50 XKR

1998 Jaguar Xkr

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2023
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

30,150 mi
Last recorded30,150 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2022
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xkr80,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS50 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2022 30,150 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking and 18 years old (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also cracking and 18 years old (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jul 2018 29,902 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 29,706 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 29,484 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 29,046 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 26,013 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 25,174 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 25,174 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 May 2011 23,718 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 22,353 miles
Fail 10 May 2010 22,353 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 May 2006 16,196 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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S50 XKR is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S50 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 S50 XKR?

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What year was S50 XKR registered?

S50 XKR is a 1998 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 22 September 1998.

Is S50 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for S50 XKR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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