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VAZ 8633

2002 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,773 mi
Last recorded59,773 miles
Recorded on1 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Jaguar XK864,899 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVAZ 8633
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc
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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Oct 2025 59,773 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lower bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 57,472 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 54,953 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022 52,497 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 50,355 miles

both rear tyres cracking around sidewalls

Pass 22 May 2019 48,936 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 46,127 miles

underneath of vehicle various places corroded all round

Pass 7 Jul 2016 44,869 miles

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 44,755 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 44,540 miles

advise both frool pans rusted

Fail 21 Jun 2014 44,533 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

advise both frool pans rusted

Pass 9 May 2013 43,667 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 43,122 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front discs slightly pitted

Pass 13 Oct 2010 42,121 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2009 41,285 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 24 Sep 2008 39,408 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 35,814 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 35,814 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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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VAZ 8633 is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2002 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.1% with a typical mileage of 64,899 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 VAZ 8633, 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 24 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 VAZ 8633 registered?

VAZ 8633 is a 2002 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 24 March 2002.

Is VAZ 8633 safe to buy?

The MOT history for VAZ 8633 shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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