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G5 NYK

2001 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

97,919 mi
Last recorded97,919 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 NYK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2025 97,919 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2024 96,960 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Jul 2023 96,169 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 95,492 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 94,507 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2019 93,790 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2018 92,022 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2017 90,783 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 89,379 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2015 86,679 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2014 84,389 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 82,511 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 79,976 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2012 79,976 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Oct 2011 74,268 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 66,331 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Nov 2009 57,892 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 53,494 miles

Offside front lower suspension arm dust covers stripped

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2007 39,130 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2005 21,650 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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G5 NYK is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 G5 NYK, 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.

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What year was G5 NYK registered?

G5 NYK is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 3 July 2001.

Is G5 NYK safe to buy?

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