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XK08 SPH

2008 Jaguar Xkr

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,399 mi
Last recorded40,399 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xkr48,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXK08 SPH
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 40,399 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 39,765 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 39,023 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone inner and outer dust covers poor. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Wishbone inner and outer dust covers poor. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both rear track control arm dust covers poor. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 38,503 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower wishbone. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Lower wishbone. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2021 37,834 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Dust cover slight split. still preventing ingress. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 37,059 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 35,576 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 33,819 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 33,812 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2017 31,000 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth is between 3-4 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tread depth is between 3-4 mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust heat shield is insecure

Pass 10 Mar 2016 27,936 miles

slight residue offside front inner bleed nipple

Pass 18 Mar 2015 25,069 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 21,086 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 18,258 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 16,203 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2011 13,899 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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XK08 SPH is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 XK08 SPH, 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 XK08 SPH registered?

XK08 SPH is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is XK08 SPH safe to buy?

The MOT history for XK08 SPH shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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