Jaguar XK8 and XKR Vehicle Identification (for Parts Ordering)
The Vehicle Identification Number (or VIN) looks like a complex set of letters and numbers stamped on the ‘B’ post on the left had side of your Jaguar XK8 / XKR. This number gives you a unique insight into the precise specification of your Jaguar. Very importantly, for enquiring and ordering XK8 and XKR parts you will need to provide the last 6 digits of the code so the correct parts can be identified.
Using my car’s VIN as an example, the structure of the 17 character code is as follows:

- XK8 Parts Review - VIN System
Vehicle Identification Number Ranges (last 6 digits) for Jaguar XK8 and XKR Parts Ordering.
The following are the Model Years of production and the 6 digit VIN numbers ranges required for XK8 and XKR Parts ordering. From your code, you will be able to confirm the model year of your Jaguar XK8 / XKR.
1997 Model Year From VIN 001246 to 018107
1998 Model Year From VIN 018108 to 024686
1998 (Change in Year) Model Year From VIN 024687 to 031302
1999 Model Year From VIN 031303 to 042775
2000 Model Year From VIN A00083 to A11050
2001 Model Year From VIN A11051 to A24195
2002 Model Year From VIN A24196 to A30644
2003 Model Year From VIN A30645
2003 Model Year From VIN A35155
2004 Model Year From VIN A36874
2004.5 Model Year From VIN A40265
2005 Model Year From VIN A42348
2006 Model Year From VIN A44686