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DR05 XKR

2005 Jaguar Xkr

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

46,450 mi
Last recorded46,450 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xkr52,898 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDR05 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2026 46,450 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 46,312 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2024 45,661 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2023 45,387 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2022 45,253 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2021 44,623 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2019 44,355 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2018 44,098 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2017 43,055 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2016 41,799 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2016 38,242 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 34,927 miles

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

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

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

nearside front tyre has deep cuts in inner sidewall but not enough to reach ply or cords

nearside rear tyre has a cut in inner sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Fail 23 Jan 2014 34,919 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

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

engine oil level below minimum mark

nearside front tyre has deep cuts in inner sidewall but not enough to reach ply or cords

nearside rear tyre has a cut in inner sidewall but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 23 Jan 2013 30,395 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 24,782 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 24,774 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2010 22,818 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner tread

Pass 9 Jul 2008 18,987 miles

O/s/f tyre searing on inside edge

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xkr?

Based on 218,570 MOT tests across 12,571 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,309
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,083
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 2,159
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,080
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,593
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DR05 XKR is a 2005 Jaguar Xkr in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 52,898 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xkr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,083 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DR05 XKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 21 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DR05 XKR registered?

DR05 XKR is a 2005 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is DR05 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DR05 XKR shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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