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BL05 ZWV

2005 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

56,473 mi
Last recorded56,473 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL05 ZWV
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 56,473 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2025 52,415 miles

condensation inside both headlight lens

covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 12 Feb 2024 51,252 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 48,652 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 47,841 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2022 47,807 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2020 47,222 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill edge (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 44,866 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 43,333 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 39,362 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 37,805 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 35,359 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 32,790 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2013 30,786 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2013 30,783 miles

Offside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2012 26,708 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2011 24,517 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 20,658 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 17,267 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 11,681 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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BL05 ZWV is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 53,601 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 BL05 ZWV, 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 21 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL05 ZWV registered?

BL05 ZWV is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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