Jaguar Xk (2007)
2007 Jaguar Xk
CarHunch analysed 1,277 real MOT records for the 2007 Jaguar Xk. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2007 Jaguar XK passes its MOT on first attempt 82.3% of the time, marginally above the UK average of 80%, but the real concern is that 40.6% of vehicles have suffered a dangerous defect at some point—well above what you'd typically expect and a serious red flag for buyers. This suggests structural or safety issues lurk beneath the surface, even when cars pass their test.
These XKs average just over 57,000 miles, which is relatively low for a 17-year-old, indicating many have been garage-kept or lightly used—yet they still rack up 3.22 failures and 18.7 advisories per test cycle. The high advisory count points to wear and corrosion issues typical of older sports cars; before purchasing, have an independent inspection focus specifically on suspension geometry, brake condition, and undercarriage rust, as the MOT pass rate masks frequent minor problems.
What to check before buying a 2007 Jaguar Xk
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 40.6% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (100%) | 1,271 | 82.4% | 3.23 |
| Other (0%) | 4 | 51% | 2 |
| Diesel (0%) | 2 | 94.4% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2007 Jaguar Xk vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2007 Jaguar Xk vehicles fall between 37,962 and 73,260 miles.
2007 Jaguar Xk — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 987 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 87% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2007 Jaguar Xk
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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57.2%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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55.4%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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37.8%
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
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37.7%
Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
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37.4%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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36.9%
Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
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36.1%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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31.7%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2007. Counts include advisories and failures.
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