1997 Jaguar XK8 4.0L Petrol · 43 WD
1997 Jaguar XK8 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 1997. Recorded mileage 100,919 miles. MOT valid until 19 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XK8
- Year / Origin
- 1997
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 100,919 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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43 WD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/04/2026
- 100,919 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
43 WD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Jaguar Xk8 (43 WD) between July 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
43 WD Mileage History
- 11/07/202493,400 mi
- 25/07/202599,555 mi+6,155 mi
- 25/07/202599,555 mi
- 21/04/2026100,919 mi+1,364 mi
- 21/04/2026100,919 mi
Average of roughly 4,232 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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