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S55 LWM

2005 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

46,894 mi
Last recorded46,894 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS55 LWM
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 46,894 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 46,195 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 45,339 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 43,613 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2022 40,829 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 38,958 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 38,659 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 37,769 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 36,904 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 35,478 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 34,309 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 32,303 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 30,626 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2012 27,982 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 26,441 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 22,983 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 21,725 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jan 2009 18,621 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2009 18,621 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 16,516 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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S55 LWM is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 S55 LWM, 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 S55 LWM registered?

S55 LWM is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 January 2005.

Is S55 LWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for S55 LWM shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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