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HG57 GXK

2008 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,087 mi
Last recorded68,087 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar XK849,510 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG57 GXK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 68,087 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 66,499 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2025 66,499 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 65,243 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2024 65,226 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jan 2023 63,445 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 61,945 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 61,305 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 60,176 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 58,434 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 56,092 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 50,757 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 48,911 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt link rod (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt link rod (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 43,515 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

both front tyres worn on inner edges.2000 miles left 255/35zr20 97y

Pass 3 Jan 2014 38,054 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 31,668 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2012 24,164 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 16,832 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

rear tyres worn to -n/s/r 2mm o/s/r 3mm

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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HG57 GXK is a 2008 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 49,510 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 HG57 GXK, 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 18 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 HG57 GXK registered?

HG57 GXK is a 2008 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 18 January 2008.

Is HG57 GXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG57 GXK 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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