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P715 FRP

1996 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

63,428 mi
Last recorded63,428 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP715 FRP
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 63,428 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Aug 2025 63,046 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 62,439 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 61,980 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2023 61,963 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill cross brace fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill cross brace fixing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2022 61,661 miles

Offside Front Slight corrosion on flooring

Pass 8 Jul 2021 60,865 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 60,865 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2020 60,215 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 58,985 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 58,306 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 57,257 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 56,604 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 56,207 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 May 2014 55,447 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 54,650 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 53,991 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 10 May 2011 51,889 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 50,320 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 49,376 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 48,102 miles
Pass 9 May 2007 45,769 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 45,004 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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P715 FRP is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 P715 FRP, 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 P715 FRP registered?

P715 FRP is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P715 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P715 FRP shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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