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GY53 CRF

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

103,824 mi
Last recorded103,824 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY53 CRF
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2023 103,824 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2022 102,992 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 23 Apr 2021 102,508 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2020 101,312 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 99,675 miles

some play in top steering column mount

Pass 28 Sep 2017 96,894 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 22 Sep 2017 96,894 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a upper suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 89,288 miles

rear drive shaft joints have acceptable play

slight wear in steering rack inner joints

Pass 27 Jul 2015 80,963 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 72,325 miles

rear drive shaft universal joints slight wear

Fail 12 Jun 2014 72,325 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

rear drive shaft universal joints slight wear

Pass 19 Apr 2013 68,116 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 64,267 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 63,944 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

air bag light on

both sides front brake disc scored

slight play in rear suspension both sides

Pass 7 Sep 2009 57,064 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 49,067 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 38,293 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 27,321 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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GY53 CRF is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GY53 CRF, 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.

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GY53 CRF is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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