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R88 TRT

2008 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

26,399 mi
Last recorded26,399 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar XK849,510 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR88 TRT
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 26,399 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 25,726 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 24,688 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 23,520 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 20,799 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 19,461 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 18,409 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2018 17,178 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 16,317 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 14,386 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 12,840 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 11,159 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all the other 3 tyres cracking on outer edge

Fail 10 Apr 2014 11,158 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

all the other 3 tyres cracking on outer edge

Pass 24 Apr 2013 9,585 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2012 8,096 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2011 6,301 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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R88 TRT is a 2008 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 49,510 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 R88 TRT, 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 18 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R88 TRT registered?

R88 TRT is a 2008 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is R88 TRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R88 TRT shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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