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XK54 XKB

2004 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

116,084 mi
Last recorded116,084 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXK54 XKB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 116,084 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2025 115,745 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 114,623 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 114,336 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 114,336 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2022 113,758 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 112,875 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Disc corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively Driveshafts UJ slight play (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 May 2018 112,616 miles

Nearside Front flexy brake hose ferrule rusty

Nearside Rear driveshaft u/j joints have play

Offside Rear driveshaft u/j joint have play

Rear diff oil seal leaking

underside of vehicle rusty esp rear suspension components

Pass 12 Apr 2016 112,157 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 112,113 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2014 111,428 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 110,711 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 110,711 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 108,175 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 105,083 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 103,012 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 103,009 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 98,857 miles

play in front shock absorber bottom bushs

play in rear shock absorber bottom bushs

play in rear suspension arms

Pass 30 Apr 2009 91,054 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 30 Apr 2009 91,054 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2008 86,007 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 61,617 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 18 Sep 2007 61,617 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a) DANGEROUS

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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XK54 XKB is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 XK54 XKB, 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 XK54 XKB registered?

XK54 XKB is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 September 2004.

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