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YC05 CWA

2005 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

30,359 mi
Last recorded30,359 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC05 CWA
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 30,359 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 29,569 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 9 Apr 2025 29,569 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 3 Apr 2024 29,169 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2023 28,137 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2022 27,182 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 25,900 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 6 Mar 2020 23,724 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2019 23,489 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2018 22,699 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 22,696 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 22,230 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 21,142 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 19,720 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 17,096 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both front headlamps have condensation build up inside the lenses

nearside front tyre cracking/perishing

Pass 19 Mar 2013 14,952 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 14,271 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Mar 2011 13,655 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2010 13,243 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2010 13,241 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 12,703 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 12,698 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Pass 20 Mar 2008 11,949 miles

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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YC05 CWA is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 YC05 CWA, 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.

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What year was YC05 CWA registered?

YC05 CWA is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 March 2005.

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The MOT history for YC05 CWA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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