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VSL 729

2001 Jaguar XK8

Cream Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2013
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,216 mi
Last recorded70,216 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVSL 729
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 25 Feb 2012 70,216 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 69,513 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 67,723 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 67,387 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 67,082 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 63,890 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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VSL 729 is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Cream with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 VSL 729, 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 VSL 729 registered?

VSL 729 is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 20 March 2001.

Is VSL 729 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VSL 729 shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VSL 729 have outstanding finance?

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