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MK05 VVA

2005 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

61,338 mi
Last recorded61,338 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK05 VVA
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 61,338 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 52,557 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Inner Uneven wear

Pass 21 Aug 2023 49,352 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Aug 2023 49,351 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jul 2022 46,002 miles

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

Offside Front windscreen chipped

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

Pass 20 Aug 2021 39,808 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 39,807 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 39,801 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2015 39,775 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 38,558 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Jun 2013 35,265 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 32,859 miles

slight play in n/s/f anti-roll bar link arm

slight play in o/s/f anti-roll bar link arm

Pass 6 Jun 2011 30,596 miles

2 nails in tyre tread O/S/R

Pass 24 Mar 2010 26,141 miles

both rear tyres very close to 1.6mm limit

Pass 24 Mar 2009 21,039 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 19,267 miles

Slight play in rear differential.

Slight play in rear drive shaft universal joints.

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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MK05 VVA is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 MK05 VVA, 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 MK05 VVA registered?

MK05 VVA is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is MK05 VVA safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK05 VVA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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