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DC52 XKR

2003 Jaguar Xkr

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

82,159 mi
Last recorded82,159 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xkr59,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDC52 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 82,159 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 81,672 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2023 81,621 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2022 81,303 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 81,012 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2019 80,841 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 79,857 miles

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower shock absorber bush slightly worn

Pass 19 Jun 2017 77,467 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 74,143 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 20 May 2015 67,808 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 65,138 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 62,788 miles

Heavy surface corrosion corrosion affecting rear underside,subframe and offside rear outer sill

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

Fail 5 Feb 2014 62,776 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Heavy surface corrosion corrosion affecting rear underside,subframe and offside rear outer sill

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

Pass 2 Jan 2013 58,072 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2012 55,223 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 47,112 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2010 43,445 miles

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

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Fail 12 Jan 2010 43,437 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear number plate starting to delaminate

Pass 15 Jan 2009 36,459 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2009 36,456 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 31,548 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Jan 2007 24,344 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 18,140 miles

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

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

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xkr?

Based on 218,570 MOT tests across 12,571 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,309
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,083
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 2,159
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,080
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,593
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DC52 XKR is a 2003 Jaguar Xkr in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 59,046 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xkr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,083 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DC52 XKR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DC52 XKR registered?

DC52 XKR is a 2003 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 24 January 2003.

Is DC52 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DC52 XKR shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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