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VJG 2

2001 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

42,571 mi
Last recorded42,571 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVJG 2
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2025 42,571 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 42,571 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2024 41,170 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 40,712 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 40,131 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 39,678 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2020 39,394 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 39,232 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 38,634 miles

Offside Front Lower shock absorber bush worn

Pass 12 Jun 2017 38,047 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 37,140 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 36,380 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 34,428 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 29,509 miles

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

Fail 28 May 2013 29,509 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 26,914 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2011 26,101 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2010 24,301 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 23,696 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2009 23,690 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 10 Mar 2008 22,847 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 21,366 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2006 17,530 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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VJG 2 is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VJG 2, 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 VJG 2 registered?

VJG 2 is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is VJG 2 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VJG 2 shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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