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V8 ARE

2006 Jaguar Xkr

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,112 mi
Last recorded47,112 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Jaguar Xkr52,941 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 ARE
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 47,112 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All rear ball joint dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2026 47,112 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated All rear ball joint dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 May 2023 46,934 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 46,465 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Oct 2018 45,963 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 45,710 miles

Front brake pads getting low

Pass 27 Jul 2016 42,047 miles

Both rear brake pipes are corroded and would recommend replacing.

Engine covers and under trays fitted not allowing full inspection.

Pass 15 Jul 2015 40,767 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 17 Jul 2014 39,079 miles

rear tyres near limits

Pass 3 Jul 2013 35,987 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 32,377 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 24,355 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 22,704 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 22,704 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Sep 2009 20,066 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xkr?

Based on 218,570 MOT tests across 12,571 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,309
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,083
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 2,159
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,080
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,593
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V8 ARE is a 2006 Jaguar Xkr in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.7% with a typical mileage of 52,941 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xkr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,083 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V8 ARE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 20 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V8 ARE registered?

V8 ARE is a 2006 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 9 August 2006.

Is V8 ARE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V8 ARE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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