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Y8 XJS

2002 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

71,645 mi
Last recorded71,645 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Jaguar Xj75,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY8 XJS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 71,645 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 66,495 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2024 60,995 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 60,993 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 60,989 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 60,953 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2019 60,949 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2016 60,942 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 60,942 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 60,736 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 65,020 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 60,175 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 58,763 miles

brake pipe nsf a built up of dirt will cause corrosion

Pass 25 Jun 2009 53,478 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 50,715 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 48,705 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2007 47,413 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 39,304 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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Y8 XJS is a 2002 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 75,899 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y8 XJS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 24 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y8 XJS registered?

Y8 XJS is a 2002 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 January 2002.

Is Y8 XJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y8 XJS shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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