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XK55 SMM

2005 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2025
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

114,899 mi
Last recorded114,899 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2024
Typical for 2005 Jaguar XK853,601 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXK55 SMM
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Mar 2024 114,899 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 110,269 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2022 105,489 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2021 104,640 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 102,474 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 100,906 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 95,037 miles

Nearside door mirror glass loose

Rear Slight corrosion on under sill panels both sides but not excessive

Pass 5 Oct 2015 94,904 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 91,961 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2014 91,961 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2013 86,889 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2010 54,401 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S @ N/S REAR HARDY SPICERS WORN TO EXCESS

Pass 1 Apr 2010 54,401 miles

O/S @ N/S REAR HARDY SPICERS WORN TO EXCESS

Pass 27 Mar 2009 46,296 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2009 46,284 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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XK55 SMM is a 2005 Jaguar XK8 in Blue 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 XK55 SMM, 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 XK55 SMM registered?

XK55 SMM is a 2005 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 29 September 2005.

Is XK55 SMM safe to buy?

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