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X526 FEV

2001 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

77,702 mi
Last recorded77,702 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX526 FEV
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 77,702 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 Apr 2016 73,849 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2015 70,113 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 66,893 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 63,526 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2013 63,526 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 61,574 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 61,500 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 58,742 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 51,114 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 49,747 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

vehicle has slight coolant leak

Pass 8 Nov 2007 42,280 miles

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 6 Nov 2007 42,262 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2006 32,756 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2005 29,889 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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X526 FEV is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 X526 FEV, 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

How do I check the history of X526 FEV?

You can check the full history of X526 FEV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was X526 FEV registered?

X526 FEV is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 22 February 2001.

Is X526 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for X526 FEV shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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