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Y279 PDX

2001 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 3995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

48,437 mi
Last recorded48,437 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY279 PDX
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,995cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 48,437 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 48,168 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both low on tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 48,161 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 48,150 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 48,140 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 48,127 miles

Slight play in o/s/r drive shaft inner joint

Pass 25 Feb 2019 48,084 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 48,073 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 47,974 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 47,954 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 47,809 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 47,643 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 47,290 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2012 46,474 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 44,600 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2010 43,068 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 41,328 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 39,259 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 6 Dec 2007 38,983 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2007 38,969 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 37,032 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2006 37,012 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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 PDX is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 3,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 Y279 PDX, 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 Y279 PDX registered?

Y279 PDX is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y279 PDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y279 PDX shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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