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B8 XKR

2008 Jaguar Xkr

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,530 mi
Last recorded43,530 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Jaguar Xkr48,468 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB8 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 43,530 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 42,746 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2024 42,024 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 41,130 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 May 2022 40,503 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 40,292 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 39,333 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 38,546 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 37,165 miles

Offside Front Non obligatory side marker lamp inoperative

Pass 29 Mar 2018 36,330 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 32,804 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 31,649 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 27,317 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 24,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 8 Aug 2012 21,580 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

both front tyres worn on inner edges

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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B8 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B8 XKR, 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 B8 XKR registered?

B8 XKR is a 2008 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 28 November 2008.

Is B8 XKR safe to buy?

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