2005 · 19 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2005 Jaguar XK8 MOT pass rate and common faults

589 MOT tests in 2024. 78.6% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

139Well above average
Passed first time78.6%
Failed or needed repairs21.4%
Typical mileage at test73,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 589 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an ABS fault2.9%
  2. Malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction2.5%
  3. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn2.2%
  4. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength1.9%
  5. Rbt (sp): efficiency below requirements1.4%
  6. Tyres - condition: has ply or cords exposed1.4%
    12 marked dangerous
  7. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam1.2%
  8. Catalyst emissions: Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits1.0%
  9. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively1.0%
  10. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced1.0%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Suspension10.4%
  2. Brakes9.7%
  3. Lights & electrics8.5%
  4. Emissions & leaks4.8%
  5. Tyres3.9%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)3.2%
  7. Body & chassis2.2%
  8. Seat belts & airbags1.9%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm11.9%
  2. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure7.5%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened6.5%
  4. Suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn4.6%
  5. Wheel bearings: has excessive play4.4%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year does better than most cars its age, so it is a reasonable used buy on MOT record alone. Before buying, check the area that fails most: anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2005 Jaguar XK8?

In 2024, 78.6% of 2005 Jaguar XK8 cars passed their MOT first time, across 589 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 Jaguar XK8?

The most common failure reasons were anti-lock braking system: warning lamp indicates an abs fault; malfunction indicator lamp: inoperative or indicates a malfunction; suspension arms - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn. The biggest problem area was suspension.

Is the 2005 Jaguar XK8 reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 139, which is well above average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).