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J8 SJK

2002 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

40,893 mi
Last recorded40,893 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ8 SJK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 40,893 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 39,753 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2024 38,966 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2023 38,518 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 38,370 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 38,366 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 37,737 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 36,942 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 36,294 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 36,276 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 35,663 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 34,891 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 34,400 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 22,820 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2005 22,820 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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J8 SJK is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 J8 SJK, 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 J8 SJK registered?

J8 SJK is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 14 May 2002.

Is J8 SJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for J8 SJK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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