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A11 LBO

1996 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

138,008 mi
Last recorded138,008 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 LBO
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2014 138,008 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 135,895 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 134,025 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 129,630 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Mar 2010 123,718 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2010 123,718 miles

Offside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is broken (3.1.5)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 118,517 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 111,635 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 111,633 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Slight surface rust on N/S/F floor pan.

Pass 20 Mar 2007 102,677 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2007 102,467 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

advise o/s/f lower ball joint

How Reliable is the Jaguar XK8?

Based on 236,376 MOT tests across 12,687 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
1,961
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
12,687
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,041
Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,072
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 3,307
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 3,238
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault 2,953
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A11 LBO is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 86,897 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar XK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,041 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A11 LBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar XK8 typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 30 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A11 LBO registered?

A11 LBO is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 2 October 1996.

Is A11 LBO safe to buy?

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