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RB55 XKR

2005 Jaguar Xkr

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

65,229 mi
Last recorded65,229 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xkr52,898 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRB55 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 65,229 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jul 2025 65,109 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 23 Jul 2024 64,927 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 64,615 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2023 64,615 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jul 2022 64,251 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 63,791 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 62,617 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 61,327 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2018 58,210 miles

Nearside Slight corrosion in floor pan.

Pass 18 Apr 2017 53,340 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 50,187 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 50,187 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/35zr20 (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Apr 2015 45,952 miles

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

offside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 28 Apr 2014 40,730 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 40,730 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2013 36,966 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 26 Apr 2013 36,960 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 Apr 2012 29,853 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Apr 2012 29,850 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 24,485 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 20,120 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 12,847 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 11,990 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

play in nearside and offside wheels

two very large cuts in nearside front outer sidewall

various cuts in offside front tyre outer sidewall

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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RB55 XKR is a 2005 Jaguar Xkr in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 52,898 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RB55 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 21 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 RB55 XKR registered?

RB55 XKR is a 2005 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is RB55 XKR safe to buy?

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