1996 · 28 years old at test · Petrol mostly

1996 Jaguar XK8 MOT pass rate and common faults

292 MOT tests in 2024. 74.0% passed first time, compared with 66.2% for all cars the same age.

112Well above average
Passed first time74.0%
Failed or needed repairs26.0%
Typical mileage at test92,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 292 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault4.1%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength2.7%
  3. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced2.1%
  4. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits2.1%
  5. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn1.7%
  6. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements1.7%
  7. Sub-frame mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength1.7%
  8. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced1.4%
  9. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits1.4%
  10. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam1.4%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics13.7%
  2. Brakes12.0%
  3. Suspension12.0%
  4. Emissions & leaks11.0%
  5. Body & chassis5.5%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)4.5%
  7. Tyres4.1%
  8. Seat belts & airbags2.4%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded11.0%
  2. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened10.6%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm8.2%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine7.2%
  5. Wheel bearings: has excessive play7.2%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 1996 Jaguar XK8?

In 2024, 74.0% of 1996 Jaguar XK8 cars passed their MOT first time, across 292 tests. The average for all 28-year-old cars was 66.2%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1996 Jaguar XK8?

The most common failure reasons were anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 1996 Jaguar XK8 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 112, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).