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V2 XKJ

2001 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

33,746 mi
Last recorded33,746 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 XKJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 33,746 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

fuel pipes covered ( underseal )

Pass 7 Jul 2025 33,293 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres on sidewalls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2024 32,922 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 32,280 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 14 Jul 2022 31,599 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 31,025 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 30,574 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 30,554 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 29,883 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2018 28,318 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 27,863 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 27,376 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2013 25,722 miles
Pass 26 May 2012 25,637 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2011 24,580 miles

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 23,182 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

Offside Inner Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 6 Apr 2009 19,408 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 17,403 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2008 17,403 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 13,093 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 7,301 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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V2 XKJ is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 V2 XKJ, 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 V2 XKJ?

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What year was V2 XKJ registered?

V2 XKJ is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is V2 XKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for V2 XKJ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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