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XK05 SPT

2005 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2021
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

74,704 mi
Last recorded74,704 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2020
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXK05 SPT
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2020 74,704 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2019 74,627 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 65,717 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 60,486 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 54,259 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 49,050 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 44,915 miles

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

Fail 12 Sep 2012 44,915 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 41,401 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear tyre sidewall cut no cords showing at time of test

Fail 9 Sep 2011 41,395 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

offside rear tyre sidewall cut no cords showing at time of test

Pass 8 Sep 2010 36,587 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 36,586 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2009 31,580 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 30,924 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

front bumper damaged

Pass 18 Jun 2008 24,329 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

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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XK05 SPT is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XK05 SPT, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was XK05 SPT registered?

XK05 SPT is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 20 June 2005.

Is XK05 SPT safe to buy?

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