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A8 DOF

2001 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

38,192 mi
Last recorded38,192 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 DOF
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 38,192 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 36,183 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 34,768 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2022 34,018 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 33,370 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 28,329 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 25,348 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 23,901 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 19,332 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 17,320 miles
Fail 29 May 2007 17,320 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in rear tyre

advise o/s/f tyre worn

Pass 17 May 2006 14,709 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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A8 DOF is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 69,640 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 A8 DOF, 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 25 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of A8 DOF?

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What year was A8 DOF registered?

A8 DOF is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 June 2001.

Is A8 DOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 DOF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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