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LK51 PCF

2001 Jaguar XK8

Beige Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

21,144 mi
Last recorded21,144 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK51 PCF
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2025 21,144 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2023 20,957 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 19,340 miles
Pass 19 May 2021 19,186 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 18,829 miles

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Pass 14 Mar 2018 18,490 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 18,065 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 17,851 miles

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 17,374 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 16,828 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2013 16,826 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 16,513 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 15,922 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 14,332 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 13,370 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 12,123 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 11,175 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2007 11,175 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 8,121 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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LK51 PCF is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Beige with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 LK51 PCF, 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 LK51 PCF registered?

LK51 PCF is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is LK51 PCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK51 PCF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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