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ES08 XKR

2008 Jaguar Xkr

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,871 mi
Last recorded78,871 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xkr48,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationES08 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 78,871 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2025 72,210 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 66,937 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2023 60,232 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 60,078 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 56,540 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 47,917 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2020 47,875 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 37,521 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 32,483 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 32,478 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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 19 Dec 2016 24,703 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 22 Dec 2015 21,529 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 17,482 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 14,077 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2014 14,077 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 9,839 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyre edges worn low

Pass 10 Jan 2012 4,363 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 3,980 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2011 3,973 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8) DANGEROUS

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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ES08 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 48,468 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ES08 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 18 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of ES08 XKR?

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What year was ES08 XKR registered?

ES08 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is ES08 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for ES08 XKR shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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