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262 GYT

2000 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

121,635 mi
Last recorded121,635 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2000 Jaguar XK871,281 mi

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Vehicle Details

Registration262 GYT
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 121,635 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 May 2025 120,809 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2024 119,078 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 113,563 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 113,536 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 110,850 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 109,875 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 107,056 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2018 106,604 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 106,332 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 104,294 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 102,584 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded below radiator (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Aug 2015 102,584 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded below radiator (3.6.B.2c)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 28 Jun 2014 99,719 miles

rear subframe bushes deteriorating

Pass 22 Jun 2013 97,625 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jun 2012 94,399 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

eml light on

Pass 6 Jun 2011 92,520 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 89,181 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2010 89,160 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 82,212 miles

front brake pads over half worn

nearside front top wishbone bushes have play

Pass 8 Jan 2008 67,039 miles

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

Pass 11 Sep 2006 59,828 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 31,483 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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262 GYT is a 2000 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2000 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.3% with a typical mileage of 71,281 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 262 GYT, 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 26 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 262 GYT registered?

262 GYT is a 2000 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 November 2000.

Is 262 GYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for 262 GYT shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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