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GM03 TFA

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,988 mi
Last recorded25,988 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGM03 TFA
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc
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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 25,988 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2024 25,042 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 24,705 miles

Front small chip in windscreen

Pass 3 Aug 2022 24,175 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 23,629 miles

Front chip in the windscreen

Pass 15 Aug 2020 23,136 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small minor chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Aug 2020 23,136 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small minor chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 22,579 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 22,206 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 22,025 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 21,923 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 21,507 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 20,888 miles
Pass 15 May 2013 20,029 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 19,522 miles

slight damage to windscreen on offside not in zone A

Pass 13 May 2011 17,924 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 17,790 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 May 2010 17,779 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 May 2009 17,042 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 15,259 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 May 2008 15,253 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

front tyre wearing inner edges

Pass 10 May 2007 13,186 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 10,941 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 22 May 2006 10,941 miles

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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GM03 TFA is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 61,442 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 GM03 TFA, 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 23 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 GM03 TFA registered?

GM03 TFA is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 29 May 2003.

Is GM03 TFA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GM03 TFA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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