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EWG 5

2008 Jaguar Xkr

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

82,106 mi
Last recorded82,106 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xkr48,468 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEWG 5
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2025 82,106 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2024 80,200 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 78,708 miles
Pass 25 May 2022 77,226 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 76,542 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2020 75,627 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 72,834 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted Advise refurbishment or replacement of alloy wheel rim. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 70,381 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 13 Jan 2017 68,726 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 66,373 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 64,130 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 52,039 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Oct 2013 52,027 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 12 Oct 2012 36,886 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 26,066 miles

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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EWG 5 is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 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 EWG 5, 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

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What year was EWG 5 registered?

EWG 5 is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is EWG 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EWG 5 shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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