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J24 SRL

1996 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,857 mi
Last recorded50,857 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ24 SRL
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 14 May 2025 50,857 miles

vehicle in nice condition

Pass 13 May 2024 50,245 miles

vehicle in nice condition

Pass 4 May 2023 49,002 miles

vehicle in nice condition

Pass 26 Apr 2022 48,121 miles

vehicle in nice condition

Pass 28 Apr 2021 46,895 miles

vehicle in nice condition

Pass 22 Apr 2020 45,977 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 44,893 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 43,645 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 42,187 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 41,550 miles

both front lower ball joints have slight lift

Pass 11 Jun 2015 39,930 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 37,782 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 33,815 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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J24 SRL is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 J24 SRL, 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

How do I check the history of J24 SRL?

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What year was J24 SRL registered?

J24 SRL is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 4 October 1996.

Is J24 SRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J24 SRL shows 13 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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