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GAZ 78

1996 Jaguar XK8

Beige Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

39,128 mi
Last recorded39,128 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 78
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 4 Nov 2017 39,128 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 38,884 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 38,650 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Jun 2007 37,624 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 6 May 2006 37,128 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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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GAZ 78 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Beige with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 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 GAZ 78, 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 GAZ 78 registered?

GAZ 78 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 10 October 1996.

Is GAZ 78 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GAZ 78 shows 5 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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