2002 Jaguar XK8 · 2,191 MOT tests
2002 Jaguar XK8 reliability
2002 Jaguar XK8s fail 28.3% of first MOT tests, 29% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 6 of 9 XK8 years (2,191 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
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- first-time fail rate (all Jaguar XK8s: 25.9%)
- 28.3%
- first-time fail rate (all Jaguar XK8s: 25.9%)
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- 29% fewer
- fails than cars of the same age and mileage
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 21
- 82,099
- typical miles at its MOT, aged about 21
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
- 2,191
- MOT tests, 2022 to 2024
Year on year
2002 against the years either side
- 2001 cars: 39% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2002 car does worse)
- 2003 cars: 32% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age (the 2002 car does worse)
- Strong point: body, chassis and structure, 51% fewer fails than comparable cars.
- Plates: a 2002 car carries a 51 plate (January–February 2002), or a 02 plate (March–August 2002), or a 52 plate (September–December 2002).
Common problems
What fails on a 2002 Jaguar XK8
Fail rate by area
- Suspension11.2%
- Brakes9.7%
- Lights and electrics9.2%
- Exhaust, emissions and leaks4.7%
- Windscreen, wipers and mirrors4.5%
- Body, chassis and structure4.1%
- Tyres3.7%
Average for cars of the same age and mileage
Top failures
ABS warning lamp shows a fault 2.97%
A lit ABS warning means the anti-lock system may not work, so wheels could lock during emergency braking.
Engine warning light inoperative or lit 2.19%
An engine warning light that is lit or not working can hide faults, so diagnosis is needed before buying.
Suspension mounting area seriously corroded 2.15%
Corrosion near suspension mountings can seriously weaken the body structure, so an expert inspection is needed.
Wiper blade not clearing windscreen 2.05%
Wipers that do not clear the windscreen reduce visibility in rain, which is a safety risk, so replace them.
Rigid brake pipe excessively corroded 1.83%
Badly corroded brake pipes can leak or fail, which can cause a loss of braking, so repair is urgent.
Suspension arm pin/bush excessively worn 1.6%
Worn suspension arm bushes allow the wheel to move unpredictably, affecting steering, handling and tyre wear.
Common advisories
Tyre worn close to legal limit (9.95%) · Brake pipes corroded and greasy (9.86%) · Brake disc pitted or scored (5.75%) · Tyre slightly damaged or cracking (5.29%) · Engine oil leak, not excessive (4.84%) · Suspension arm pin/bush showing wear (3.83%)
Is a 2002 Jaguar XK8 reliable?
2002 Jaguar XK8s fail 28.3% of first MOT tests, 29% fewer MOT fails than the average car its age and mileage, ranking 6 of 9 XK8 years (2,191 DVSA tests, 2022 to 2024).
What fails on a 2002 Jaguar XK8 MOT?
Most often abs warning lamp shows a fault (2.97% of tests), engine warning light inoperative or lit (2.19% of tests), suspension mounting area seriously corroded (2.15% of tests).
How many miles should a 2002 Jaguar XK8 have done?
At its MOT aged about 21, a typical 2002 Jaguar XK8 shows 82,099 miles. Much higher or lower is worth asking about.
What plate is a 2002 car?
A car first registered in 2002 carries a 51 plate (January–February 2002), or a 02 plate (March–August 2002), or a 52 plate (September–December 2002).
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