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EK51 CWX

2001 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

18,570 mi
Last recorded18,570 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK51 CWX
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 18,570 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 17,936 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2024 17,932 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front Steering and suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both front (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Underside undersealed

Pass 12 Dec 2023 17,702 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material on underside (1.1.11 (c))

Front front steering and suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

under sealer on underside of vehicle

Pass 15 Dec 2022 17,484 miles

underside of vehicle has been undersealed.

Pass 15 Nov 2021 17,191 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 16,755 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

general corrosion to underside of vehicle in various prescribed areas

Pass 28 Nov 2019 16,625 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2019 16,624 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2018 16,204 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all tyres showing signs of age related cracking

Pass 27 Nov 2017 15,823 miles

Central Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 15,290 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 15,290 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Nov 2015 14,713 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 13,979 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 13,355 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2013 13,355 miles

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Pass 26 Nov 2012 12,184 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 10,342 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 10,342 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 9,491 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2009 7,912 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 6,966 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2007 5,843 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 4,982 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2005 4,010 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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EK51 CWX is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 EK51 CWX, 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 EK51 CWX registered?

EK51 CWX is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is EK51 CWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK51 CWX shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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