Jaguar Xk8
MOT data from 13,169 tests in 2024. Pass rate: 81.4%. Average mileage at test: 86,491 miles.
Common failure reasons
| Reason | Count |
|---|---|
| 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 | 644 |
| a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | 370 |
| warning device shows system malfunction | 272 |
| vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | 262 |
| lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | 210 |
| emissions levels exceed default limits | 206 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 181 |
| a shock absorber bush excessively worn | 168 |
| brake pipe damaged or excessively corroded | 167 |
| windscreen washers not working or not providing sufficient fluid to clear the windscreen | 165 |
By registration year
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 | 860 | 82.1% | |
| Top failures: 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, emissions levels exceed default limits | |||
| 1997 | 3,097 | 82% | |
| Top failures: 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | |||
| 1998 | 2,570 | 81.4% | |
| Top failures: 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, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn | |||
| 1999 | 1,265 | 81.6% | |
| Top failures: 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, emissions levels exceed default limits, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | |||
| 2000 | 776 | 76.8% | |
| Top failures: 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, emissions levels exceed default limits, lambda coefficient outside the default limits or the range specified by the manufacturer | |||
| 2001 | 1,133 | 83.8% | |
| Top failures: 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is seriously reduced | |||
| 2002 | 1,000 | 76.3% | |
| Top failures: 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, warning device shows system malfunction | |||
| 2003 | 730 | 80.4% | |
| Top failures: 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, warning device shows system malfunction | |||
| 2004 | 644 | 84.3% | |
| Top failures: 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, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, warning device shows system malfunction | |||
| 2005 | 739 | 84% | |
| Top failures: a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, warning device shows system malfunction, 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 | |||
| 2006 | 160 | 80% | |
| Top failures: a suspension joint dust cover missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc, a suspension pin, bush or joint excessively worn, a tyre cords visible or damaged | |||
Mileage at test
25th percentile
59,606 mi
Median
87,865 mi
75th percentile
120,513 mi
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