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B10 MGK

1996 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,884 mi
Last recorded53,884 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2018
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB10 MGK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2018 53,884 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 53,699 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 53,377 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Fail 28 Jun 2013 52,957 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2013 52,957 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Pass 9 May 2012 52,273 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 51,594 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2009 51,022 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2008 50,191 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 48,402 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2007 48,395 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2006 46,244 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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B10 MGK is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 B10 MGK, 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.

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What year was B10 MGK registered?

B10 MGK is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 9 October 1996.

Is B10 MGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for B10 MGK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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