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AK02 WPP

2002 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jun 2027
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

42,231 mi
Last recorded42,231 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 WPP
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2026 42,231 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 39,990 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Dust cover deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 27 May 2022 39,962 miles

Electronic stability control switch not functioning correctly (7.12 (d))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm centre tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Dust cover deteriorated (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 39,890 miles

slight play in both steering rack inner joints/tie rods

Fail 18 Dec 2020 39,890 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

slight play in both steering rack inner joints/tie rods

Fail 10 Nov 2020 39,888 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault traction control warning also on in display (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper arm, front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper arm, rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. projector lens appears to be incorrectly seated within light unit (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

EML illumninated

play in both in inner tie bar/rack ends

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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AK02 WPP is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 64,899 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 AK02 WPP, 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 24 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 AK02 WPP registered?

AK02 WPP is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 10 May 2002.

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