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LS52 GCY

2002 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests27 (21 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

60,459 mi
Last recorded60,459 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS52 GCY
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 60,459 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2026 60,459 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 May 2025 60,169 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2024 59,491 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 59,335 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 58,176 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 57,664 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 56,117 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2018 55,640 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn shock absorber (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 54,851 miles

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 1 Jun 2017 54,851 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 53,605 miles

Nail in near side rear tyre.

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 1 Jun 2016 53,604 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in near side rear tyre.

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 50,751 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 27 May 2014 47,879 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 45,895 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 36,091 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 44,214 miles
Fail 31 May 2012 44,214 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 42,096 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 39,193 miles
Pass 21 May 2009 37,221 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 37,221 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 May 2008 34,661 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

play in o/s/r output shaft

Pass 11 May 2007 31,433 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2007 30,822 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 22,039 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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LS52 GCY is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LS52 GCY, 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 LS52 GCY registered?

LS52 GCY is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is LS52 GCY safe to buy?

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