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P760 XWS

1996 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,386 mi
Last recorded98,386 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2015
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP760 XWS
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2015 98,386 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 98,068 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 92,622 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 87,115 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 82,493 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 80,666 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 79,549 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 78,648 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2006 77,767 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2006 77,767 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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P760 XWS is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P760 XWS, 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 P760 XWS registered?

P760 XWS is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 19 December 1996.

Is P760 XWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P760 XWS shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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