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MY51 XKB

2001 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,714 mi
Last recorded47,714 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMY51 XKB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 12 Jun 2026 47,714 miles

Tyre obviously under inflated All four tyres under inflated corrected at time of test (5.2.3 (l))

Pass 14 Jul 2025 47,691 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2023 47,315 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 45,563 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 42,983 miles

Central Rear High level stop light not working

Front wipers smearing slightly

Nearside wing mirror glass taped in place, secure at time of test

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge uneven wear on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2019 37,134 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 36,292 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play both (2.6.2)

Pass 8 May 2017 35,953 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 35,235 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 34,425 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 33,479 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 32,934 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2010 31,350 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 30,686 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 3 Jul 2008 30,332 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2007 28,068 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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MY51 XKB is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MY51 XKB, 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 MY51 XKB registered?

MY51 XKB is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is MY51 XKB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MY51 XKB shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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