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LE02 XWG

2002 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,890 mi
Last recorded94,890 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLE02 XWG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 94,890 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2025 94,620 miles

Vehicle undersealed

Pass 26 May 2023 94,612 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

One led not working in centre stop lamp

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres cracked and perished in between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Mar 2022 94,606 miles

1 led in centre brake light not working

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2021 94,553 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2019 94,539 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg/crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear driveshaft has slight play/end float

Pass 26 Aug 2017 93,962 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Aug 2017 93,931 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2016 92,566 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2016 92,557 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2015 90,705 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 90,689 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

n/s/r tyre badly damaged inner and outer sidewalls

Pass 8 Jul 2014 89,425 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 80,785 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2012 70,582 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 56,553 miles

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 2 Feb 2011 56,551 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 11 Feb 2010 51,644 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2009 46,559 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2008 41,769 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 38,458 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2006 31,764 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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LE02 XWG is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LE02 XWG, 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 LE02 XWG registered?

LE02 XWG is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is LE02 XWG safe to buy?

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