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RY55 PVN

2005 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

32,142 mi
Last recorded32,142 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY55 PVN
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 32,142 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 31,979 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 31,511 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2024 31,043 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 30,287 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2022 29,713 miles

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

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 28,939 miles

Offside Front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Mar 2020 28,719 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 6 Apr 2019 27,714 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 26,183 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 25,174 miles

Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusted (3.5.1i)

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 11 Dec 2015 24,080 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2014 23,393 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 20,884 miles

All lighting has a slight flicker when engine running

Fail 3 Dec 2012

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2012
Pass 7 Dec 2011 17,301 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 15,515 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2010 15,391 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

ENGINE OIL LEVEL IS SLIGHTLY LOW.

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 9 Dec 2009 13,910 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 10,417 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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RY55 PVN is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 RY55 PVN, 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 RY55 PVN registered?

RY55 PVN is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is RY55 PVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY55 PVN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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