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LD05 VEM

2005 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

111,643 mi
Last recorded111,643 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD05 VEM
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 111,643 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Sep 2016 100,822 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 95,245 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 88,895 miles

Coolant leak

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine man lamp on

Fail 21 Jun 2014 88,895 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

engine man lamp on

Fail 20 May 2013 80,397 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 20 May 2013 80,397 miles

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 23 Jun 2012 72,914 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 65,087 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2011 65,087 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2010 53,211 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 42,497 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 33,881 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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LD05 VEM is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 LD05 VEM, 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.

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What year was LD05 VEM registered?

LD05 VEM is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 4 May 2005.

Is LD05 VEM safe to buy?

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