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V2 XKB

2004 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

46,893 mi
Last recorded46,893 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 XKB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 46,893 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2025 46,799 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 46,685 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 46,481 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 45,815 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 45,258 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 45,103 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 44,347 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 44,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2018 43,850 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 43,139 miles

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 2 May 2017 43,139 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 5 May 2016 42,387 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 41,687 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 7 May 2014 40,728 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 40,141 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 39,823 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 38,856 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)

Fail 9 May 2011 38,856 miles

Nearside Rear Brake lining(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

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)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 38,246 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)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 37,247 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2008 35,765 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 34,084 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 33,995 miles

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

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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V2 XKB is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 59,923 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 V2 XKB, 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 22 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V2 XKB registered?

V2 XKB is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 21 February 2004.

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