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KD55 OHT

2005 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 May 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

100,256 mi
Last recorded100,256 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD55 OHT
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 100,256 miles
Fail 12 May 2026 100,256 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2025 99,134 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 99,134 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside front tyre is punctured.

Pass 17 May 2024 97,962 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2023 96,831 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 95,710 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 95,710 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 21 Apr 2021 94,945 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 94,314 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 93,536 miles

Both front tyres slight damage to rim protector part but not showing cord

Pass 27 Aug 2015 91,550 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 85,617 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 85,549 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 83,621 miles

front discs worn

front pads worn

Fail 31 Jul 2012 83,621 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front discs worn

front pads worn

Pass 13 Jun 2011 76,519 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 67,452 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 67,305 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2009 30,492 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 25,289 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 25,289 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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KD55 OHT is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 53,601 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 XK8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,041 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KD55 OHT, 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 21 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 KD55 OHT registered?

KD55 OHT is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 December 2005.

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The MOT history for KD55 OHT shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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