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P2 XKC

1996 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

45,920 mi
Last recorded45,920 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP2 XKC
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 45,920 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 45,791 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2024 45,520 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2023 45,154 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2022 45,144 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 45,017 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 44,723 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2017 44,722 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 43,100 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 42,483 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 40,642 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 36,919 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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P2 XKC is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P2 XKC, 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 P2 XKC registered?

P2 XKC is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 2 October 1996.

Is P2 XKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P2 XKC shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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