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LX55 XKS

2005 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

73,192 mi
Last recorded73,192 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX55 XKS
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 73,192 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2026 73,187 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Jan 2025 69,077 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front tyres wearing uneven inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 62,330 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 62,087 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 61,932 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 61,657 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 60,542 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 59,875 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 58,724 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 57,887 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 56,210 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 54,206 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 53,265 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 50,944 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2013 50,944 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Aug 2012 47,749 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

both front tyres worn on inner edge

Pass 18 Aug 2011 42,230 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both rear tyres getting low(3mm)

front brake discs worn

front brake pads getting low

Pass 2 Sep 2010 36,409 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 36,406 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 27 Aug 2009 30,426 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

Pass 27 Aug 2008 24,498 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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LX55 XKS is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 LX55 XKS, 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 LX55 XKS registered?

LX55 XKS is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is LX55 XKS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX55 XKS shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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