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R70 XKR

2008 Jaguar Xkr

Black Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

61,231 mi
Last recorded61,231 miles
Recorded on30 May 2024
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xkr48,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR70 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2024 61,231 miles
Pass 17 May 2023 60,328 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 60,293 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 59,926 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 56,676 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 53,647 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 52,737 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 44,210 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 36,774 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 35,064 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2014 35,063 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 30,111 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 24,909 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xkr?

Based on 218,570 MOT tests across 12,571 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,309
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,083
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 2,159
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,080
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,593
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R70 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 48,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xkr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,083 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R70 XKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R70 XKR registered?

R70 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 25 November 2008.

Is R70 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R70 XKR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R70 XKR have outstanding finance?

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