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L444 DGC

2001 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

111,577 mi
Last recorded111,577 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL444 DGC
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 111,577 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 111,062 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2024 110,579 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2024 110,578 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 105,945 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 99,354 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 May 2017 95,392 miles
Pass 20 May 2016 94,013 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 92,039 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 88,787 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 86,368 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 83,709 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 80,885 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 78,829 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 73,993 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 69,225 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jun 2007 62,479 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 54,744 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2005 44,419 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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L444 DGC is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 L444 DGC, 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

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What year was L444 DGC registered?

L444 DGC is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 25 January 2001.

Is L444 DGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L444 DGC shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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