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SD52 XKR

2008 Jaguar Xkr

Blue Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

107,321 mi
Last recorded107,321 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xkr48,468 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD52 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 107,321 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 106,870 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 105,785 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 104,890 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 103,946 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 102,651 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 101,969 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 100,130 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2017 97,825 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 94,409 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 94,403 miles

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 66,404 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2016 86,399 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 78,317 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 67,737 miles

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

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Nov 2013 67,369 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

exhaust heat shield loose at rear

Pass 29 Dec 2012 65,172 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2011 49,303 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xkr?

Based on 218,570 MOT tests across 12,571 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,309
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,083
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 2,159
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,080
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,593
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SD52 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr in Blue with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 48,468 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xkr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,083 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SD52 XKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SD52 XKR?

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What year was SD52 XKR registered?

SD52 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 9 December 2008.

Is SD52 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD52 XKR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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