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V8 JAO

2000 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2026
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

70,875 mi
Last recorded70,875 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2025
Typical for 2000 Jaguar XK871,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 JAO
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2025 70,875 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Sep 2023 70,623 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 70,329 miles

front discs corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2020 70,296 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 70,224 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Jun 2017 70,058 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Fail 13 Jun 2017 70,058 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 69,906 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2016 69,906 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 69,453 miles

some rust on floor pan and suspension.

Pass 6 Nov 2013 67,566 miles

Coolant level low, Oil at minimum, some rust on underside, Front brake pads worn near to minimum.

Pass 22 Oct 2012 65,794 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2012 65,769 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

underfloor brake pipes rusting.o/s headlamp pattern scattered.rear pads appear 2/3 worn.

Pass 3 Oct 2011 64,014 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 64,014 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Chassis, floor pan, suspension components and handbrake cables all rusting, attention required soon.

Fail 17 Aug 2010 62,599 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

some rust on floor.

Pass 17 Aug 2010 62,599 miles

some rust on floor.

Fail 30 Jul 2009 60,628 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 30 Jul 2009 60,628 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 59,029 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2007 56,218 miles

nearside front suspension strut lower rose joint has play and requires replacement

Fail 4 Jul 2007 56,218 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

nearside front suspension strut lower rose joint has play and requires replacement

Pass 22 Jun 2006 53,079 miles

oil leaks from engine.

Pass 27 Apr 2006 52,318 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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V8 JAO is a 2000 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2000 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 71,281 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V8 JAO, 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 26 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was V8 JAO registered?

V8 JAO is a 2000 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 26 May 2000.

Is V8 JAO safe to buy?

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