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LG53 MXY

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

74,731 mi
Last recorded74,731 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 MXY
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 74,731 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 73,890 miles

Central Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 72,417 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2023 70,792 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2022 70,125 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 69,697 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 68,732 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Floor Pan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2019 67,993 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 65,639 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 65,401 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 64,827 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 22 Aug 2016 64,823 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 25 Aug 2015 63,453 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 62,851 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2013 60,519 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2012 58,657 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 56,646 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 56,634 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 53,338 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2010 53,338 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 46,834 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 44,022 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2007 39,836 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2007 39,834 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Aug 2006 35,833 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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LG53 MXY is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 LG53 MXY, 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 LG53 MXY registered?

LG53 MXY is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is LG53 MXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG53 MXY shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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