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AK04 COU

2004 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

27,002 mi
Last recorded27,002 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK04 COU
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 27,002 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2024 26,556 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 26,303 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2022 25,619 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 22,942 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 22,544 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2020 22,544 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2019 20,856 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 20,127 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 19,655 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 18,616 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 17,935 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 16,524 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 15,760 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 15,374 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 12,159 miles
Pass 1 May 2009 10,521 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 6,795 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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AK04 COU is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 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 AK04 COU, 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 AK04 COU registered?

AK04 COU is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 March 2004.

Is AK04 COU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK04 COU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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