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X727 JRE

2001 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3966cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2019
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

68,066 mi
Last recorded68,066 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX727 JRE
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,966cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 68,066 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

offside and nearside headlights, bottom mountings loose

Fail 5 Oct 2018 68,066 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released all (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bottom bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

offside and nearside headlights, bottom mountings loose

Fail 6 Jun 2017 68,062 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Emissions not tested Due to fast idle control (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect LHD Lamps (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect LHD Lamp (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Drivers seat control falling off

Engine wont hold fast idle speed

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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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X727 JRE is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,966cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X727 JRE, 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 X727 JRE registered?

X727 JRE is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X727 JRE safe to buy?

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