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EX51 NTE

2001 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

71,287 mi
Last recorded71,287 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX51 NTE
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 71,287 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2025 69,204 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 67,026 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 63,230 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 61,253 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 59,401 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 57,461 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2019 55,262 miles

Off side rear drive shaft has slight movement

Fail 1 Mar 2019 55,262 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Off side rear drive shaft has slight movement

Pass 6 Mar 2018 53,881 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 53,881 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 50,326 miles

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

Offside Front brake dragging

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

Fail 9 Mar 2017 50,326 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front brake dragging

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2016 46,293 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 43,036 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 1 Jun 2015 43,032 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 42,608 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 41,640 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 40,776 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2011 39,346 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 38,307 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 37,202 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 35,152 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 32,155 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 28,898 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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EX51 NTE is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 EX51 NTE, 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

How do I check the history of EX51 NTE?

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What year was EX51 NTE registered?

EX51 NTE is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is EX51 NTE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX51 NTE shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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