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C3 BPB

1996 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,020 mi
Last recorded71,020 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 BPB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 29 Oct 2024 71,020 miles

Central Obligatory mirror slightly damaged mirror slightly deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jun 2023 70,883 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Tyre productions- N/S/F 2008- O/S/F 2002- N/S/R 2003- O/S/R 2003-

Pass 16 Jun 2022 70,757 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm ball joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged cover missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm ball joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight cracking perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2018 70,534 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Apr 2017 70,472 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 67,673 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 67,376 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 66,492 miles

Both rear tyres low pressure

Pass 19 Nov 2010 66,073 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

drivers seat belt catch has plastic cover missing

Pass 5 Nov 2008 64,418 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 63,838 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 61,730 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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C3 BPB is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 C3 BPB, 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 C3 BPB registered?

C3 BPB is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 18 July 1996.

Is C3 BPB safe to buy?

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