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BK05 VDG

2005 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

82,891 mi
Last recorded82,891 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK05 VDG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 82,891 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 80,132 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2024 79,601 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2023 77,698 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2022 74,908 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2021 72,026 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both. Condensation (4.1.4 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor pan (front) Rear subframe mount area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Feb 2020 69,750 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2019 66,902 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2018 63,144 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 61,178 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 worn inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 17 Feb 2017 61,178 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 worn inner edges (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 57,248 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement n/s + o/s (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2016 57,185 miles

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Front Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened face x2 (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Inner brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened face (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front at body (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front at body (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 May 2014 51,370 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 48,300 miles

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

Pass 21 May 2012 43,844 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 37,348 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 37,156 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Jun 2010 32,026 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 24,197 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 16,212 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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BK05 VDG is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BK05 VDG, 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 BK05 VDG registered?

BK05 VDG is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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