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N158 CCF

1996 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jul 2016
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

160,345 mi
Last recorded160,345 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2015
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN158 CCF
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2015 160,345 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 160,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 27 Mar 2014 158,161 miles

Offside Front Electrical wiring damaged and bare connector exposed (1.9.2c)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 158,161 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2013 154,540 miles

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 154,540 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 152,570 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 149,716 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2007 149,716 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 147,496 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2006 147,496 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Rear Rear fog lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.3.2f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 18 Oct 2005 135,593 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2005 135,593 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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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N158 CCF is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N158 CCF, 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.

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What year was N158 CCF registered?

N158 CCF is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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