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Y4 GEP

2001 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2014
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

12,766 mi
Last recorded12,766 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Jaguar XK869,640 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY4 GEP
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 Jul 2013 12,766 miles

All tyres have slight cracking

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 11,951 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 11,452 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 10,973 miles

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

Pass 16 May 2008 9,688 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 8,623 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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Y4 GEP is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 Y4 GEP, 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 Y4 GEP registered?

Y4 GEP is a 2001 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 21 March 2001.

Is Y4 GEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y4 GEP shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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