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PL02 VVA

2002 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

24,595 mi
Last recorded24,595 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL02 VVA
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Jun 2026 24,595 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 24,280 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2024 24,065 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 23,770 miles
Pass 10 May 2022 23,317 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2021 23,096 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2019 22,712 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2018 21,842 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2017 21,334 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 20,860 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 19,774 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 19,734 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 18,666 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2012 18,408 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 15,984 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 12,976 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2009 12,962 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Sep 2008 12,393 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 11,158 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 9,624 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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PL02 VVA is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 PL02 VVA, 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 PL02 VVA registered?

PL02 VVA is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 12 July 2002.

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The MOT history for PL02 VVA shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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