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SRZ 8993

1996 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

126,846 mi
Last recorded126,846 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar XK886,897 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSRZ 8993
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 126,846 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2024 126,755 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2023 126,700 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 126,509 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 126,269 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 126,079 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer body sill near subframe mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer body sill near subframe mounting point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2019 124,646 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2018 123,644 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 122,479 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 119,243 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 May 2015 119,056 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2014 117,659 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

Pass 16 May 2013 115,498 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 7 May 2013 115,497 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 May 2012 113,575 miles

Offside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 111,780 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

fault warning on dash (gear box)

play in both rear hubs/drive shafts more on o/s

Fail 20 Apr 2011 111,778 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

fault warning on dash (gear box)

play in both rear hubs/drive shafts more on o/s

Pass 26 Apr 2010 109,019 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 105,153 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 105,153 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 12 May 2008 103,547 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 103,547 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 May 2007 98,537 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 89,612 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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SRZ 8993 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 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 SRZ 8993, 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 SRZ 8993 registered?

SRZ 8993 is a 1996 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 December 1996.

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