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BK04 FHE

2004 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

104,424 mi
Last recorded104,424 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 FHE
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 104,424 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 103,501 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2023 101,844 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 100,115 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 97,836 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 96,042 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 94,032 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 93,451 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 93,356 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 92,868 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 91,125 miles

condensation in both front head lamp units

Fail 15 May 2012 91,125 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

condensation in both front head lamp units

Fail 8 Apr 2011 90,221 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

rear antiroll bar lower link bushes splitting

Pass 8 Apr 2011 90,221 miles

rear antiroll bar lower link bushes splitting

Pass 18 Jan 2010 82,741 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 82,739 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Apr 2009 71,739 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2009 71,738 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Feb 2008 47,498 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)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 31,695 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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BK04 FHE is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BK04 FHE, 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

How do I check the history of BK04 FHE?

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What year was BK04 FHE registered?

BK04 FHE is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 March 2004.

Is BK04 FHE safe to buy?

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