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B18 OBG

1996 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

2,763 mi
Last recorded2,763 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB18 OBG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2026 2,763 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 2,732 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2024 2,506 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 2,385 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 2,331 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2021 2,299 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 2,293 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 2,186 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 2,162 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 2,156 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 1,946 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2016 1,946 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 1,392 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 1,252 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 965 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 682 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 309 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010
Pass 10 Feb 2009 72,417 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 71,282 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 70,352 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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B18 OBG is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 B18 OBG, 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 B18 OBG registered?

B18 OBG is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 15 November 1996.

Is B18 OBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for B18 OBG shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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