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GIW 20

1996 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,880 mi
Last recorded29,880 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIW 20
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2026 29,880 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jun 2015 29,868 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

n/s/r tyre side wall cracking

Pass 1 Mar 2011 29,831 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 29,541 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 May 2009 28,827 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 May 2008 28,762 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Apr 2007 28,461 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 25,960 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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GIW 20 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 GIW 20, 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 GIW 20 registered?

GIW 20 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 4 October 1996.

Is GIW 20 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIW 20 shows 8 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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