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LK53 VLN

2003 Jaguar Xkr

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jan 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

87,959 mi
Last recorded87,959 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xkr59,046 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK53 VLN
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 87,959 miles

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2025 84,472 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 26 Nov 2024 84,371 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength A frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened A frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2023 80,700 miles

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened A Frame (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 76,956 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 73,116 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 71,758 miles

Front Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement v mounting showing wear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front jacking point corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2019 68,270 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 64,881 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 61,786 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Jun 2016 59,931 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit tyres both sides on edges (4.1.E.1)

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer side wall cracking/perrishing (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak ()

Pass 9 Jun 2015 56,994 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Jun 2015 56,994 miles

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

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 54,007 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 52,073 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 51,096 miles

nearside rear drive shaft coupling slight play

Pass 19 Jul 2011 47,197 miles

slight oil leak

Pass 28 Jul 2010 42,313 miles

adv front and rear brake discs worn

Pass 25 Sep 2009 35,806 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 26,543 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 22,324 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 15,363 miles

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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LK53 VLN is a 2003 Jaguar Xkr in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LK53 VLN, 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 LK53 VLN registered?

LK53 VLN is a 2003 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 16 October 2003.

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The MOT history for LK53 VLN shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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