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A8 KXA

2001 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

32,832 mi
Last recorded32,832 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 KXA
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 May 2023 32,832 miles

covers & shields fitted

rear coil springs appear incorrectly seated

Pass 2 Jun 2022 32,740 miles

covers & shields fitted

rear coil springs appear incorrectly seated

Pass 5 Jun 2019 32,605 miles

Nearside washer pipe leaking

Pass 5 Jun 2018 32,571 miles

Nearside washer pipe leaking

Fail 5 Jun 2018 32,558 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside washer pipe leaking

Pass 2 Jun 2017 32,412 miles

Nearside Front tyre outer wall damaged

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 32,237 miles

slight corrosion to all brake discs

Fail 3 Jun 2016 32,230 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

front fog lamps & tell tale not working

slight corrosion to all brake discs

Pass 3 Jun 2015 31,802 miles

N/S/F tyre has cuts to the sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or chords

N/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 31,795 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

N/S/F tyre has cuts to the sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or chords

N/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

O/S/F tyre worn on inner edge

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 3 May 2014 31,465 miles

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)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Fail 2 May 2014 31,464 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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)

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 6 Jul 2013 30,107 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

n/s/f outer tyre wall damaded

Pass 28 May 2012 29,436 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 29,235 miles

near side front tyre damaged on side wall

rear road springs not located correctley

Fail 19 Mar 2011 29,228 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

near side front tyre damaged on side wall

rear road springs not located correctley

Pass 4 Dec 2009 28,129 miles

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

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 24 Dec 2008 28,780 miles

cut in nearside front tyre outer side wall

front bumper trim insecure

slight play in rear hub assemblies

Pass 4 Jan 2008 22,649 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 21,856 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 19,498 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 KXA is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KXA, 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

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What year was A8 KXA registered?

A8 KXA is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 7 March 2001.

Is A8 KXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 KXA shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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