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PL05 XBF

2005 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

66,561 mi
Last recorded66,561 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL05 XBF
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2025 66,561 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES AT3MM

Pass 19 Nov 2024 62,166 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 60,277 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 59,896 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 58,340 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2020 54,120 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2019 53,417 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 48,846 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2018 48,846 miles

Nearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 41,665 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2017 41,665 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 38,140 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Sep 2015 32,460 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 26,434 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 23,039 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2013 23,033 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

both front brake hose ferules corroded

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 27 Jun 2012 22,017 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 20,837 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 21 Jun 2010 19,811 miles

corrosion to front brake discs

Pass 26 Jun 2009 16,593 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2008 12,562 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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PL05 XBF is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Blue 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 PL05 XBF, 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 PL05 XBF registered?

PL05 XBF is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is PL05 XBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL05 XBF 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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