1997 Jaguar XK8 4.0L Petrol · A6 FTP

The Jaguar XK8 presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 30 March 2026 at 48,123 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, continuing an unbroken sequence of clean results across the available history. Recorded mileage shows exceptionally light use for a 29-year-old vehicle. The odometer rose from 45,238 miles at the 14 March 2022 test to 48,123 miles by March 2026, a total of 2,885 miles over four years or roughly 720 miles per year. No gaps or sudden accumulation appear in the data; each annual test logs modest increments, and the five-entry record carries no advisories or failures. A clean MOT sheet does not exempt the buyer from physical inspection. Low annual mileage combined with age means the XK8 has likely stood for long periods, which accelerates perishable component degradation not captured by the tester. Check suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers for binding or seizure, and inspect brake discs for corrosion from inactivity. Examine structural integrity underneath for rust on subframes and sills, and verify coolant hoses, tyres, and wiper blades for cracking from age rather than wear. The absence of recorded faults suggests conscientious basic upkeep, but the buyer should confirm mechanical condition beyond the test centre's pass criteria before purchase.