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C5 DRS

1999 Jaguar Xkr

Purple Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

81,312 mi
Last recorded81,312 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Xkr72,935 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC5 DRS
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year1999
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 81,312 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 81,234 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 81,179 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 80,997 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 80,394 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 80,220 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 79,922 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 79,721 miles

Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both sides lower bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 May 2017 79,246 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 78,438 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 78,012 miles

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

parking brake effort low, requirements only just met

Pass 2 May 2014 77,255 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2013 76,203 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 74,942 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 73,741 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Outer Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 71,060 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 68,458 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

strange fluid leak from nearside underside of vehicle

Pass 20 Mar 2007 64,991 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 64,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 15 Apr 2006 61,141 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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C5 DRS is a 1999 Jaguar Xkr in Purple with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 72,935 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 C5 DRS, 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 27 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C5 DRS registered?

C5 DRS is a 1999 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 31 March 1999.

Is C5 DRS safe to buy?

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