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E23 WHU

2000 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

5,603 mi
Last recorded5,603 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 Jaguar XK871,281 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE23 WHU
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 5 Feb 2026 5,603 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 5,428 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 5,310 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2022 5,166 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 4,882 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 4,601 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Feb 2019 4,326 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2018 3,981 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2017 3,373 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 2,964 miles

Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear slight play at both rear wheels

Pass 6 Feb 2015 2,658 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 1,718 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013
Pass 6 Jan 2012 566 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 3 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 17,872 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2007 16,456 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2006 15,360 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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E23 WHU is a 2000 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E23 WHU, 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 E23 WHU registered?

E23 WHU is a 2000 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 November 2000.

Is E23 WHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E23 WHU shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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