JAGUAR XK8 MOT Pass Rate
77.2% of 2,520 JAGUAR XK8 MOT tests pass.
The XK8 passes 77.2% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all JAGUAR models (84.1%).
At 77.2%, The JAGUAR XK8 passes slightly less often than the national average for cars (78.3%).
Pass rate by vehicle age
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 6–10 years | no tests recorded | 0 | no reading |
| 10–15 years | too few tests (14) | 14 | no reading |
| 15+ years | 77.2% | 2,506 | 87,495 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the JAGUAR XK8
The most common reason the JAGUAR XK8 fails its MOT is suspension — present in 46.7% of failed tests, most often logged as "prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 46.7% | prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Brakes | 41.9% | warning lamp indicates an ABS fault |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 35.4% | not working |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 27.3% | Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits |
| Body, chassis, structure | 22.7% | corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Tyres | 15.2% | tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Visibility | 12.3% | does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 8.9% | prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Steering | 3.9% | ball joint has excessive play |
| Identification of the vehicle | 2.7% | does not conform to the specified requirements |
Related JAGUAR models
- JAGUAR XF — 79.9% pass rate
- JAGUAR F-PACE — 89.8% pass rate
- JAGUAR XE — 86.3% pass rate
- JAGUAR XJ — 81.4% pass rate
- JAGUAR E-PACE — 90.8% pass rate
- JAGUAR I-PACE — 95.1% pass rate