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PE04 XTL

2004 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

78,189 mi
Last recorded78,189 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE04 XTL
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 78,189 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 76,577 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2024 74,452 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 72,835 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2021 69,983 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 69,981 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2020 67,688 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2020 67,688 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 65,343 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 62,683 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 59,879 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 57,711 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement drop link bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement drop link bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 53,844 miles

all front lower w/bone bushes worn

corrosion to both front floor panel

corrosion to nsf seatbelt floor mount

corrosion to nsr body member forward of rear wheel

front pads low and discs worn

poor front screen wash action

slight play in both rear axle shortshafts

Fail 5 Oct 2015 53,844 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

all front lower w/bone bushes worn

corrosion to both front floor panel

corrosion to nsf seatbelt floor mount

corrosion to nsr body member forward of rear wheel

front pads low and discs worn

poor front screen wash action

slight play in both rear axle shortshafts

Pass 23 Sep 2014 51,551 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 46,417 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 43,127 miles

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

Offside Front 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 14 Sep 2011 39,298 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 37,084 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 32,821 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 27,129 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 22,647 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2007 22,646 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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)

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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PE04 XTL is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 59,923 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 PE04 XTL, 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 22 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 PE04 XTL registered?

PE04 XTL is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is PE04 XTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE04 XTL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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