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M9 XKJ

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Aug 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

49,835 mi
Last recorded49,835 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM9 XKJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 49,835 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2025 48,454 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 46,336 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2024 46,336 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 45,249 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2022 44,920 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 43,473 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 42,492 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 41,410 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 39,601 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2017 38,047 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 34,102 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 31,272 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 28,348 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 24,442 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2012 21,300 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2011 18,794 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 17,306 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2010 17,306 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Nearside Rear Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 Jan 2009 16,350 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 13,315 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2008 13,314 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 13,174 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 10,384 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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M9 XKJ 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 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 M9 XKJ, 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 M9 XKJ registered?

M9 XKJ is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 7 November 2003.

Is M9 XKJ safe to buy?

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