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A19 XKB

1996 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,560 mi
Last recorded48,560 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA19 XKB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 48,560 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 47,547 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 46,305 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2022 45,673 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 45,581 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 45,341 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 44,953 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 43,087 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 42,241 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 41,271 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 40,170 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 39,385 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 38,627 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 37,568 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2010 36,245 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 35,152 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 33,101 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 31,914 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 30,483 miles

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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A19 XKB is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 A19 XKB, 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

How do I check the history of A19 XKB?

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What year was A19 XKB registered?

A19 XKB is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 16 October 1996.

Is A19 XKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for A19 XKB shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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