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SPC 538S

2005 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

85,819 mi
Last recorded85,819 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSPC 538S
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 85,819 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 82,055 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 May 2024 78,476 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 74,814 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 70,801 miles
Pass 10 May 2021 68,556 miles

engine covers/under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 May 2020 67,832 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 66,652 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 63,499 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 58,822 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2016 53,869 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 49,726 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 46,087 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 41,075 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 35,776 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2012 35,776 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 16 May 2011 30,835 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 30,834 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2010 24,986 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2009 18,406 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 18,406 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 May 2008 10,504 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 8,822 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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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SPC 538S is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 SPC 538S, 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

How do I check the history of SPC 538S?

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What year was SPC 538S registered?

SPC 538S is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 25 February 2005.

Is SPC 538S safe to buy?

The MOT history for SPC 538S shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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