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SH08 XKR

2008 Jaguar Xk

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,832 mi
Last recorded73,832 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xk50,092 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXk
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 73,832 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2025 68,756 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2024 63,507 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 58,249 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 54,015 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2021 49,349 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2021 49,336 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Feb 2020 45,703 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 41,806 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 38,171 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 34,436 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2016 30,817 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 25,971 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Minor cuts in both rear tyres (inner sidewall)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2014 22,496 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Minor cuts on both rear tyres (inner sidewalls)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2013 19,403 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Feb 2012 16,396 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Feb 2011 12,314 miles

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

small stone chip to front screen

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xk?

Based on 156,752 MOT tests across 11,610 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
2,593
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
11,610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,872
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,213
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 976
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 839
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 762
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SH08 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xk in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xk models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.7% with a typical mileage of 50,092 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,872 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SH08 XKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xk typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Jaguar Xk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH08 XKR registered?

SH08 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xk, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is SH08 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH08 XKR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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