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PAC 3

1996 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

85,628 mi
Last recorded85,628 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAC 3
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 85,628 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 85,598 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 84,220 miles

vehicle off road for a period of time. surface rest to all parts.

Pass 7 Jun 2016 83,464 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 82,548 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 79,858 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2013 79,848 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2012 78,348 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 74,747 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 72,128 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 68,425 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 65,887 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 63,062 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 57,928 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 49,896 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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PAC 3 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 PAC 3, 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 PAC 3 registered?

PAC 3 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is PAC 3 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PAC 3 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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