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M5 BRG

2005 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

65,304 mi
Last recorded65,304 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 BRG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 65,304 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2024 63,809 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 62,748 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 61,658 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 60,279 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 58,320 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 57,269 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2018 55,090 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2017 53,059 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 50,151 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2015 47,388 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 45,806 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 45,806 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2013 42,656 miles

Oil leak

Fail 5 Sep 2013 42,656 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Sep 2012 39,727 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 33,392 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2011 33,375 miles

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

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

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 10 Sep 2010 28,492 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 24,242 miles

oil leak n/s diff.

Pass 27 Aug 2008 19,296 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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M5 BRG is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 M5 BRG, 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

How do I check the history of M5 BRG?

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What year was M5 BRG registered?

M5 BRG is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is M5 BRG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 BRG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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