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M80 BGT

2003 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

67,321 mi
Last recorded67,321 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM80 BGT
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 67,321 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 66,901 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 66,650 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2023 66,340 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2021 65,837 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2020 65,471 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 65,138 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 64,491 miles

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

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

Pass 11 May 2017 63,275 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 61,064 miles

both rear driveshafts slight play in joints

Pass 18 May 2015 60,042 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 18 May 2015 60,042 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 May 2014 59,523 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 55,787 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 54,628 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 52,845 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 11 Nov 2010 51,122 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 48,949 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 45,586 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 45,586 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 42,254 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 35,759 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2006 28,174 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 28,174 miles

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

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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M80 BGT is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 M80 BGT, 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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What year was M80 BGT registered?

M80 BGT is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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