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VCZ 5588

2004 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

75,150 mi
Last recorded75,150 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVCZ 5588
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 75,150 miles

all welding is covered in underseal

some parts are corroded but not seriously weakened

Fail 30 Mar 2026 75,147 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases hole in cat (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Body has an unsafe modification hole in sill (6.2.1 (d) (i))

some components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

Pass 24 Mar 2025 72,988 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

some components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

Fail 21 Mar 2025 72,983 miles

Nearside Rear Body has an unsafe modification hole in inner sill (6.2.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

some components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

Pass 22 Feb 2024 72,929 miles

some parts are corroded but not seriously weakened

Fail 5 Feb 2024 72,924 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

some components on underside of vehicle corroded but not seriously weakend

Pass 15 Dec 2022 72,422 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2022 72,416 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Offside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Nov 2021 71,128 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 70,947 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 64,332 miles
Fail 28 May 2019 64,331 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 56,929 miles

n/s/f headlight has condensation inside unit but hasnt effected beam pattern at time of test

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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VCZ 5588 is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VCZ 5588, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VCZ 5588 registered?

VCZ 5588 is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 15 January 2004.

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