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H19 XKB

1996 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

86,884 mi
Last recorded86,884 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH19 XKB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 86,884 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 85,197 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 85,183 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases cat (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Both rear tyres cracked and wearing on inner edges

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 13 Oct 2020 75,617 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 74,406 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2019 74,399 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2018 73,448 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 72,194 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 70,882 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 May 2015 67,629 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2014 64,325 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/r tyre worn near to wear bars.

Pass 17 Apr 2014 64,325 miles

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n/s/r tyre worn near to wear bars.

Pass 9 May 2013 61,101 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 61,101 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 61,020 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2009 59,860 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2008 58,084 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2007 55,441 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2006 49,590 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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H19 XKB is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 H19 XKB, 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 H19 XKB registered?

H19 XKB is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 18 November 1996.

Is H19 XKB safe to buy?

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