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Y4 XKJ

2005 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

50,665 mi
Last recorded50,665 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY4 XKJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 50,665 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2024 49,266 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 47,751 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2022 45,078 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 42,313 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 42,271 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 42,253 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 41,883 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 38,816 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 35,689 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2016 35,684 miles

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

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

Offside Front Braking system leaking brake caliper banjo bolt (3.6.A.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 26,472 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Fail 30 Jan 2015 26,458 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge of tread

Pass 3 Feb 2014 22,364 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 21,024 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 19,165 miles

chrome trims on both front wheels damaged

slight outer sidewall damage to n/s/front tyre

Pass 23 Sep 2009 15,907 miles

N/S/F Wheel Trim badly distorted. Jagged edges present.

Pass 26 Feb 2008 11,445 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 11,406 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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Y4 XKJ 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 84.2%.

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 Y4 XKJ, 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 Y4 XKJ registered?

Y4 XKJ is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is Y4 XKJ safe to buy?

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