1997 Jaguar XK8 4.0L Petrol · B8 LTN
1997 Jaguar XK8 (4.0L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 1997. Recorded mileage 110,312 miles. MOT valid until 08 Aug 2027. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XK8
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,312 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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B8 LTN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/08/2026
- 110,312 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
B8 LTN 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 (B8 LTN) between May 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 30 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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.
B8 LTN Mileage History
- 10/05/2022110,175 mi
- 12/05/2023110,208 mi+33 mi
- 01/05/2024110,232 mi+24 mi
- 06/05/2025110,281 mi+49 mi
- 10/08/2026110,312 mi+31 mi
Average of roughly 32 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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