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GPG 582

1996 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,348 mi
Last recorded16,348 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGPG 582
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 16,348 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2024 16,185 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 16,056 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 15,970 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 15,826 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 15,547 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 15,378 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 15,259 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 15,036 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 14,832 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 14,699 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 14,423 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2013 14,132 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 14,015 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 13,779 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2010 13,457 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 13,170 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 12,926 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2007 12,633 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 11,136 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2005 10,746 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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GPG 582 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 GPG 582, 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 GPG 582 registered?

GPG 582 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 29 November 1996.

Is GPG 582 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GPG 582 shows 21 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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