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Y279 LRN

2001 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,448 mi
Last recorded93,448 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2013
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY279 LRN
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2013 93,448 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 93,142 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 91,840 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 90,894 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2007 88,940 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 88,874 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 19 Jul 2006 83,491 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2006 83,466 miles

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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Y279 LRN is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 Y279 LRN, 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 Y279 LRN?

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What year was Y279 LRN registered?

Y279 LRN is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 19 July 2001.

Is Y279 LRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y279 LRN shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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