2000 · 24 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2000 Jaguar XK8 MOT pass rate and common faults

501 MOT tests in 2024. 70.1% passed first time, compared with 61.5% for all cars the same age.

114Well above average
Passed first time70.1%
Failed or needed repairs29.9%
Typical mileage at test83,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 501 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits4.6%
  2. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength3.0%
  3. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault2.8%
  4. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.4%
  5. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits2.2%
  6. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits2.0%
  7. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded1.8%
  8. Wheel bearings: has excessive play1.6%
  9. Catalyst emissions: hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits1.6%
  10. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam1.6%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Emissions & leaks18.0%
  2. Brakes13.8%
  3. Suspension13.6%
  4. Lights & electrics13.0%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)3.4%
  6. Tyres3.4%
  7. Body & chassis2.2%
  8. Seat belts & airbags1.6%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm12.2%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded10.8%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.4%
  4. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine6.4%
  5. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened5.8%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: catalyst emissions: lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2000 Jaguar XK8?

In 2024, 70.1% of 2000 Jaguar XK8 cars passed their MOT first time, across 501 tests. The average for all 24-year-old cars was 61.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2000 Jaguar XK8?

The most common failure reasons were catalyst emissions: lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault. The biggest problem area was emissions & leaks.

Is the 2000 Jaguar XK8 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 114, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).