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W48 WBK

2000 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

21,607 mi
Last recorded21,607 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2025
Typical for 2000 Jaguar XK871,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW48 WBK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2025 21,607 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2022 21,290 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2022 21,290 miles

Emissions not tested engine missfire (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 22 Jul 2021 20,972 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 20,688 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 20,151 miles

Front number plate cracked.

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2018 19,631 miles

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front & rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 19,369 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 18,801 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 17,625 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2014 16,959 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 16,230 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 15,233 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2010 14,306 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 12,927 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 11,739 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 10,059 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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W48 WBK is a 2000 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 W48 WBK, 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 W48 WBK registered?

W48 WBK is a 2000 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 7 March 2000.

Is W48 WBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for W48 WBK shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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