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R5 TEW

2004 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,805 mi
Last recorded53,805 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 TEW
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 23 Mar 2026 53,805 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 52,117 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 50,257 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2023 48,452 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 46,380 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 44,243 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 42,508 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 40,211 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 37,515 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 35,732 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 33,320 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 30,819 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2014 27,755 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 25,380 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 23,680 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2011 20,226 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 16,971 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 13,782 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 11,020 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 8,402 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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R5 TEW is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R5 TEW, 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 R5 TEW registered?

R5 TEW is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 19 April 2004.

Is R5 TEW safe to buy?

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