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SW52 MCK

2005 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

58,451 mi
Last recorded58,451 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW52 MCK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 58,451 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 57,919 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 57,757 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 57,631 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 57,406 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 56,872 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 56,539 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 56,538 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 20 Jul 2018 55,775 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 55,135 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 53,019 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 51,481 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 50,344 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 48,684 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 48,660 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Pass 11 Apr 2012 46,856 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 46,079 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 45,321 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 42,030 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Fail 31 Mar 2009 42,029 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a pin or bush of an upper wishbone inner bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 31,318 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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SW52 MCK is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SW52 MCK, 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 SW52 MCK registered?

SW52 MCK is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is SW52 MCK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW52 MCK shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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