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RF05 AYA

2005 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

50,358 mi
Last recorded50,358 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF05 AYA
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2025 50,358 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 49,254 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear play detected at both rear wheels, possibly wheel bearings, advise further investigation.

engine covers fitted

Pass 27 Feb 2023 48,371 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 47,799 miles

Engine cover fitted

Pass 24 Feb 2021 47,059 miles

Engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Mar 2019 44,979 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2018 43,984 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 43,383 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 42,182 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 40,325 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)

Offside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension support bearing slightly worn (2.4.G.4d)

Pass 22 Feb 2014 38,580 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 36,570 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 34,263 miles

Nearside front tyre worn on inside edge

Nearside rear tyre tread getting low

Offside rear tyre tread getting low

Pass 11 Mar 2010 27,217 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 30 Mar 2009 24,370 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 19,218 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2008 19,218 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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RF05 AYA is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 RF05 AYA, 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.

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What year was RF05 AYA registered?

RF05 AYA is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is RF05 AYA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF05 AYA shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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