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CAT 20K

2004 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

18,191 mi
Last recorded18,191 miles
Recorded on27 May 2025
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCAT 20K
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2025 18,191 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 17,760 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 17,657 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 16,771 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 15,053 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 14,115 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 13,765 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 13,349 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 11,946 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 11,946 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2015 11,366 miles

Both front tyres and n/s/r age related cracks

Pass 20 May 2014 10,411 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 8,495 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 2 May 2012 8,030 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 7,624 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

n/s/r inner tyre wall has large cut [cords not visible]

Pass 27 Apr 2010 6,770 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 6,580 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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CAT 20K is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 59,923 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 CAT 20K, 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 22 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was CAT 20K registered?

CAT 20K is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 26 November 2004.

Is CAT 20K safe to buy?

The MOT history for CAT 20K shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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