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VX08 UEV

2008 Jaguar Xkr

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

64,448 mi
Last recorded64,448 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xkr48,468 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX08 UEV
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2025 64,448 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 61,697 miles

Front both sides track rod ends corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2022 60,447 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 58,628 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2021 58,628 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 56,407 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 52,846 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 48,737 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 45,340 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 45,340 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 41,308 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 37,104 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 31,484 miles

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHT WEAR

Fail 29 Jul 2014 31,483 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

NEAR SIDE AND OFF SIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHT WEAR

Pass 19 Jun 2013 24,465 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wear to front brake disc

Pass 4 Jul 2012 17,847 miles

nearside door mirror glass secured with tape

Pass 9 Jun 2011 9,688 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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VX08 UEV is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2008 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.3% with a typical mileage of 48,468 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 VX08 UEV, 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 18 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VX08 UEV registered?

VX08 UEV is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 24 July 2008.

Is VX08 UEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX08 UEV shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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