Jaguar XK8 MOT Check

MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Jaguar XK8. Check any XK8 by registration number below.

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79.8%

Avg Pass Rate

-6.4%

vs Jaguar Avg

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Jaguar XK8 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Jaguar XK8 has an average MOT pass rate of 79.8%, which is 6.4 percentage points below the Jaguar brand average of 86.2%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your XK8 on the road.

The most common reasons a Jaguar XK8 fails its MOT are a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer. If you are preparing your XK8 for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Jaguar XK8, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Jaguar XK8 performs at MOT across different model years.

2009

Based on 38 vehicles

97.4%Excellent

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

0.0%

2008

Based on 75 vehicles

76.0%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

6.8%

Retest Rate

22.7%

2007

Based on 145 vehicles

80.0%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

21.6%

2006

Based on 303 vehicles

79.9%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

16.1%

2005

Based on 1,533 vehicles

80.2%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

11.7%

2004

Based on 1,478 vehicles

80.6%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.5%

Retest Rate

11.8%

2003

Based on 1,505 vehicles

77.3%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.4%

Retest Rate

16.8%

2002

Based on 1,619 vehicles

75.0%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.7%

Retest Rate

18.9%

2001

Based on 1,786 vehicles

81.6%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.4%

Retest Rate

12.8%

2000

Based on 1,304 vehicles

73.2%Average

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

3.6%

Retest Rate

16.1%

1999

Based on 1,811 vehicles

78.4%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.2%

Retest Rate

13.2%

1998

Based on 3,559 vehicles

78.6%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.2%

Retest Rate

13.2%

1997

Based on 4,219 vehicles

79.4%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

1.8%

Retest Rate

13.5%

1996

Based on 1,124 vehicles

79.9%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Dangerous Defects

2.1%

Retest Rate

14.6%

0

Based on 8,068 vehicles

79.4%Good

Jaguar average: 86.2%

Mileage at 5yr

85k mi

Top MOT Failures — Jaguar XK8

The most common reasons a Jaguar XK8 fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc

4.5%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

2.3%

Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer

2.2%

The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

2.1%

Emissions levels exceed default limits

1.9%

Jaguar XK8 Common Faults & Repair Costs

Other Jaguar Models

Compare MOT reliability across Jaguar models.

Jaguar E-pace

95.9% pass rate

Jaguar XJ

79.7% pass rate

Jaguar Eagle

77.1% pass rate

Jaguar Sovereign

79.1% pass rate

Jaguar F-pace

90.6% pass rate

Jaguar XJR

78.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Jaguar XK8

Jaguar XK8 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Jaguar XK8 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Jaguar XK8?

The average MOT pass rate for the Jaguar XK8 is 79.8% compared to the Jaguar average of 86.2%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.

What are the most common MOT failures on a Jaguar XK8?

The most common MOT failures on the Jaguar XK8 are: A suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (4.5%), The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any seat belt anchorage (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (2.3%), Lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer (2.2%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.

Is the Jaguar XK8 reliable?

With an average MOT pass rate of 79.8%, the Jaguar XK8 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.

How do I check the MOT history of a Jaguar XK8?

Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.

What mileage should I expect on a Jaguar XK8?

Typical mileage for the Jaguar XK8: 85,305 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used XK8 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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