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SY51 PEA

2001 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Oct 2026
Tests24 (22 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

34,739 mi
Last recorded34,739 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY51 PEA
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

22 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 34,739 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2024 34,035 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 34,028 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 17 May 2024 33,713 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both fronts (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 May 2023 33,278 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2022 32,976 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 32,369 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 32,367 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 32,300 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 32,219 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 32,097 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 31,965 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 31,858 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 30,708 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 29,005 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 75,175 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 21,714 miles

hazards light switch sticking.

Pass 3 Aug 2011 15,484 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 3 Sep 2010 8,062 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 4,176 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 2 Jul 2008 899 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2007 44,881 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 43,996 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2006 36,515 miles

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

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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SY51 PEA is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SY51 PEA, 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

How do I check the history of SY51 PEA?

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What year was SY51 PEA registered?

SY51 PEA is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is SY51 PEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY51 PEA shows 24 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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