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BT55 KPX

2005 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jul 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

68,241 mi
Last recorded68,241 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 KPX
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 68,241 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 68,154 miles
Pass 9 May 2024 68,063 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 67,841 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 67,615 miles
Pass 14 May 2021 67,298 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 66,060 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 65,310 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 64,903 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 64,245 miles

Nearside Rear becoming worn on inside edge

both front tyres becoming worn on inside edges

Pass 2 Dec 2014 63,187 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 56,976 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 50,948 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 46,812 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2010 38,396 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 30,973 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2008 22,091 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 2 Dec 2008 22,091 miles

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

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

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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BT55 KPX is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BT55 KPX, 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 BT55 KPX registered?

BT55 KPX is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is BT55 KPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT55 KPX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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