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BG55 CHY

2005 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

20,941 mi
Last recorded20,941 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 CHY
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 20,941 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre deteriorated

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

under body corrosion

Fail 24 Jul 2017 20,941 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front tyre deteriorated

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

under body corrosion

Pass 28 Oct 2016 20,115 miles

offside rear tyre near limit

Pass 13 Oct 2015 18,955 miles

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

engine covers fitted obscuring some components.

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components.

Fail 12 Oct 2015 18,950 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

engine covers fitted obscuring some components.

under tray fitted obscuring some underside components.

Pass 29 Oct 2014 14,928 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 13,348 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 12,651 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Oct 2011 11,680 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2010 10,293 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 8,977 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 6,481 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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BG55 CHY is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BG55 CHY, 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 BG55 CHY registered?

BG55 CHY is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BG55 CHY safe to buy?

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