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X8 RUM

2001 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,103 mi
Last recorded58,103 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 RUM
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 11 Aug 2025 58,103 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective slight smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective slight smear (3.4 (b) (i))

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 57,266 miles

Central Front Upper Items removed from driver's view prior to test From mirror ()

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Slight ()

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 56,555 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Aug 2022 55,724 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 54,722 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 53,577 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 52,991 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2018 51,334 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 50,465 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 49,181 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 47,468 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 45,818 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)

cracks in outer side wall of nsf tyre

Pass 30 Sep 2013 44,841 miles

cracks outer sidewall n/s/f

cut in osr tyre tread

Pass 29 Sep 2012 43,017 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 41,087 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 40,049 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 38,579 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 37,139 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 35,830 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 32,902 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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X8 RUM is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 X8 RUM, 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 X8 RUM registered?

X8 RUM is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 September 2001.

Is X8 RUM safe to buy?

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