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RY05 BFU

2005 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

60,133 mi
Last recorded60,133 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY05 BFU
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 60,133 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 58,689 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 54,837 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 51,678 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2021 47,410 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both bulbs going white (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 45,026 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 45,024 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2019 43,374 miles

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 41,113 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn on inside edge and splitting on inside wall

Offside Front tyre worn on inside edge and has a nail in tread

rear tyres worn thin , unevenly on inside edges

Pass 26 Sep 2017 35,908 miles

Nearside Front floor holed and corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2016 33,775 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 30,465 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 25,662 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 21,531 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2012 17,775 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 17,745 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 19 Dec 2011 15,078 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 11,419 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 30,814 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2009 7,516 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 6,912 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 5,583 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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RY05 BFU is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 RY05 BFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY05 BFU registered?

RY05 BFU is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is RY05 BFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY05 BFU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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