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RK08 XWN

2008 Jaguar Xk

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 May 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

121,808 mi
Last recorded121,808 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xk50,092 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK08 XWN
MakeJaguar
ModelXk
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 121,808 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2026 121,802 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 114,149 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Apr 2025 114,148 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 106,118 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Apr 2023 98,902 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 6 Apr 2023 98,902 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 89,954 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 5 Jan 2021 77,651 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 70,504 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 70,503 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Jul 2018 63,072 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

nearside front tyre inner inner sidewall starting to show signs of deterioration

Pass 10 Jul 2017 57,443 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened wear ridge both front discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Jul 2016 51,595 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 45,716 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 30 May 2014 39,962 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 16 May 2013 34,371 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 32,791 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 29,222 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xk?

Based on 156,752 MOT tests across 11,610 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
2,593
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
11,610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,872
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,213
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 976
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 839
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 762
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RK08 XWN is a 2008 Jaguar Xk in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xk models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 50,092 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 Xk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,872 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RK08 XWN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xk typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RK08 XWN registered?

RK08 XWN is a 2008 Jaguar Xk, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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