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B5 GBF

2002 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

90,230 mi
Last recorded90,230 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2025
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB5 GBF
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2025 90,230 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2024 89,758 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 89,310 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 88,074 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 86,735 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 86,735 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Dec 2019 86,064 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 85,538 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 84,757 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 82,987 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 82,142 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 80,578 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2013 78,343 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2012 77,080 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2011 74,803 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2011 74,803 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2010 71,715 miles
Pass 24 Dec 2009 68,990 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 66,153 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 61,826 miles

slight play in rear diff

Pass 18 Dec 2006 54,631 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 49,663 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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B5 GBF is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 B5 GBF, 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.

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What year was B5 GBF registered?

B5 GBF is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 27 November 2002.

Is B5 GBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for B5 GBF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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