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BV02 YLX

2002 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

66,071 mi
Last recorded66,071 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV02 YLX
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 66,071 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 65,984 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 65,588 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear links worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jul 2024 65,588 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear links worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 17 Jul 2023 65,457 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 64,964 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 61,677 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 61,616 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 57,810 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2017 55,611 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

Pass 24 Oct 2016 53,517 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2015 52,220 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 50,823 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 50,046 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 48,665 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 46,829 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 42,945 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 39,508 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 36,322 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,522 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2006 28,979 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2006 28,979 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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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BV02 YLX is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc 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 BV02 YLX, 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 BV02 YLX registered?

BV02 YLX is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is BV02 YLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV02 YLX 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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