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FL52 VYP

2002 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

93,159 mi
Last recorded93,159 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL52 VYP
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 93,159 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 90,815 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 89,157 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 85,683 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 83,137 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 80,420 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 78,609 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 77,372 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2017 74,808 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 71,953 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 68,447 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 64,510 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2014 54,799 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 52,870 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 16 Feb 2012 50,480 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2012 50,480 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Feb 2011 45,785 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 45,785 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2010 41,462 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2009 37,468 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 33,286 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 33,238 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 28,176 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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FL52 VYP is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 FL52 VYP, 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

How do I check the history of FL52 VYP?

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What year was FL52 VYP registered?

FL52 VYP is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is FL52 VYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL52 VYP shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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