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J14 GTW

1996 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2007
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

55,592 mi
Last recorded55,592 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2006
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ14 GTW
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2006 55,592 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2005 52,842 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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J14 GTW is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 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 J14 GTW, 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 J14 GTW registered?

J14 GTW is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 7 October 1996.

Is J14 GTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J14 GTW shows 2 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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