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CRZ 4778

1996 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Mar 2017
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

121,249 mi
Last recorded121,249 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCRZ 4778
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2016 121,249 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2016 121,249 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 3 Mar 2015 119,075 miles

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

n/s/f tyre sidewall slight cracks

Pass 7 Mar 2014 116,319 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

gearbox oil cooler leak

Pass 19 Mar 2013 113,840 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

indicater lamps discoloured

Fail 13 Sep 2012 113,769 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 110,609 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2010 109,095 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 11 Mar 2010 109,081 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 106,776 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2008 104,595 miles

all 4 indicators starting to turn white

nearside front tyre side wall has slight damage.. suggest fitting to rear to be safe

Fail 4 Jul 2008 104,592 miles

Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

rear brake hoses ferrules corroded

Fail 24 Jan 2008 104,583 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre side wall damaged slightly

Pass 26 Sep 2006 92,238 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2006 91,595 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

slight free play to nearside front hub

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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CRZ 4778 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 CRZ 4778, 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 CRZ 4778 registered?

CRZ 4778 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 10 October 1996.

Is CRZ 4778 safe to buy?

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