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KG05 EEH

2005 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

50,342 mi
Last recorded50,342 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG05 EEH
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 50,342 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2025 50,104 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 49,772 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2023 47,994 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2022 46,667 miles
Pass 13 May 2021 46,300 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 45,730 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 44,667 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 43,706 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 41,725 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 40,636 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 36,510 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 34,555 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 28,962 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 25,478 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 24,086 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 22,304 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2009 19,749 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2009 19,747 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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 25 Mar 2008 17,571 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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KG05 EEH is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 KG05 EEH, 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 KG05 EEH registered?

KG05 EEH is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is KG05 EEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for KG05 EEH shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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