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SD56 TXV

2006 Jaguar XK8

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

78,826 mi
Last recorded78,826 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Jaguar XK848,525 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD56 TXV
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 78,826 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 78,802 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT ARM (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 76,184 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 73,362 miles

underside vehicle components corroded including rear sub frame

Pass 6 Mar 2023 70,750 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 68,504 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2021 64,424 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2020 60,234 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 56,223 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 50,900 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2018 50,900 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 13 Feb 2017 47,302 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 42,758 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 33,140 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2013 31,832 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 30,290 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2011 27,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wipers smearing

Pass 26 Oct 2011 27,250 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Wipers smearing

Pass 2 Nov 2010 23,915 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2010 23,915 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Dec 2009 20,319 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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SD56 TXV is a 2006 Jaguar XK8 in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

Across all 2006 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.0% with a typical mileage of 48,525 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 SD56 TXV, 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 20 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 SD56 TXV registered?

SD56 TXV is a 2006 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 5 December 2006.

Is SD56 TXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD56 TXV shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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