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P728 FRP

1996 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

36,205 mi
Last recorded36,205 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP728 FRP
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2026 36,205 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2025 35,393 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2024 34,335 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2022 33,503 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2021 33,064 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 33,056 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 May 2018 32,980 miles

coolant leak

Pass 9 May 2017 32,619 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 32,297 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 32,297 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 32,044 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 31,856 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 31,680 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 31,497 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 31,188 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2007 30,877 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 30,066 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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P728 FRP is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 P728 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 P728 FRP registered?

P728 FRP is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 8 August 1996.

Is P728 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P728 FRP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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