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VE51 ZSZ

2001 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,939 mi
Last recorded52,939 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE51 ZSZ
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 27 Oct 2025 52,939 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 5 Nov 2024 52,716 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight play ()

Pass 18 Oct 2023 52,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 52,349 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 52,112 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2020 51,807 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 51,620 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2018 51,107 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 50,951 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 50,704 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 50,293 miles

under body covers fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2014 49,441 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 47,725 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2012 46,238 miles

Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 45,201 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2010 43,838 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 42,280 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 40,559 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 38,092 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 35,004 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2005 31,647 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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VE51 ZSZ is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VE51 ZSZ, 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

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What year was VE51 ZSZ registered?

VE51 ZSZ is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is VE51 ZSZ safe to buy?

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