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MW05 JAG

2005 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

67,373 mi
Last recorded67,373 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW05 JAG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Sep 2025 67,373 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 66,581 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2023 66,397 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively diff bearing (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively diff bearing (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Dec 2022 64,697 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 62,860 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2020 59,536 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 59,462 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 54,604 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 50,317 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 46,417 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 45,243 miles

condensation in offside headlamp unit

inner face of front brake discs corroded poor condition

Pass 27 Apr 2011 39,966 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 37,902 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 35,180 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 25,206 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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MW05 JAG is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MW05 JAG, 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 MW05 JAG registered?

MW05 JAG is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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