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WG05 BXK

2005 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,574 mi
Last recorded49,574 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 BXK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 49,574 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Apr 2025 49,300 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both tyres inner edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 48,718 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 48,411 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 48,217 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2020 48,000 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2019 47,841 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 47,286 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 46,452 miles

both front tyres worn at inner edges

Pass 25 Oct 2016 45,293 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 44,506 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2015 40,938 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 37,023 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 33,705 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 30,819 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 27,199 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 May 2010 23,516 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 19,888 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2008 14,851 miles

small bit out off o/s/f outer tyre wall

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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WG05 BXK is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 WG05 BXK, 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 WG05 BXK registered?

WG05 BXK is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is WG05 BXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG05 BXK shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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