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HV52 SWK

2002 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

20,034 mi
Last recorded20,034 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV52 SWK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 20,034 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 19,911 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 19,875 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 19,873 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 19,860 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 19,787 miles

covers & shields fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2020 19,683 miles

Eml illuminated in dashboard.

Pass 5 Aug 2019 19,594 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 19,551 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2018 19,551 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 19,487 miles

engine misfire

Pass 26 Jul 2016 19,368 miles

both front tyres at approx 3mm/perishing on treads.

Fail 25 Jul 2016 19,368 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front tyres at approx 3mm/perishing on treads.

Pass 7 Aug 2015 19,248 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 18,816 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 18,544 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 18,455 miles

nearside front tyre face is cracking

offside front tyre face is cracking

Pass 23 Aug 2011 17,906 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 17,562 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 16,970 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 16,217 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 14,861 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2006 13,016 miles

Grease thrown from inner Universal joint on nearside rear onto exhaust pipe

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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HV52 SWK 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 HV52 SWK, 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 HV52 SWK registered?

HV52 SWK is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is HV52 SWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV52 SWK 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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