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P126 SHS

1996 Jaguar Xjs

Turquoise Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

30,486 mi
Last recorded30,486 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xjs74,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP126 SHS
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1996
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 30,486 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 29,677 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2024 29,390 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 28,592 miles

Front Coil spring corroded springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2012 27,618 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 25,929 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 22,913 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 20,950 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different structures are fitted across the same axle (4.1.A.2a)

Pass 21 Jul 2009 20,950 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 18,524 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 16,750 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both floorpans and inner sills corroded

both ns tyres split

coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2007 16,155 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 15,702 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjs?

Based on 127,020 MOT tests across 12,009 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
12,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,735
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,722
brake binding 4,089
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,050
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,046
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P126 SHS is a 1996 Jaguar Xjs in Turquoise with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 74,717 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P126 SHS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjs typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P126 SHS registered?

P126 SHS is a 1996 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P126 SHS safe to buy?

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