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SW52 BZY

2002 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

109,685 mi
Last recorded109,685 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW52 BZY
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 109,685 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 105,852 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 104,049 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 101,401 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 99,289 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 94,467 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2020 91,560 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2019 89,113 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 85,318 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 81,774 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 78,271 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 75,882 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 75,882 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 73,028 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 69,657 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 68,165 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre scrubbing on inner edge.

o/s/r sill lip showing signs of accident damage

Pass 15 Aug 2011 68,165 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

n/s/f tyre scrubbing on inner edge.

o/s/r sill lip showing signs of accident damage

Fail 16 Aug 2010 57,829 miles

Centre Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 57,829 miles

Centre Front Power steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 31 Jul 2009 44,595 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Aug 2008 43,106 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 40,554 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 37,018 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 23,651 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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SW52 BZY is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 SW52 BZY, 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

How do I check the history of SW52 BZY?

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What year was SW52 BZY registered?

SW52 BZY is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 24 December 2002.

Is SW52 BZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW52 BZY shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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