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MB53 LAB

2004 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

34,489 mi
Last recorded34,489 miles
Recorded on7 May 2013
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMB53 LAB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 May 2013 34,489 miles
Fail 4 May 2013 34,484 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2012 34,023 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear hubs have slight play

Fail 24 Apr 2012 34,023 miles

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

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

both rear hubs have slight play

Pass 21 Apr 2011 31,968 miles

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

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

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

slight pitting to rear brake discs

Pass 12 Feb 2010 25,597 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 19,392 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 16,737 miles

near side front tyre tread low on inner edge

Pass 17 Jan 2007 13,645 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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MB53 LAB is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 59,923 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MB53 LAB, 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 22 years old, this Jaguar XK8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MB53 LAB registered?

MB53 LAB is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 29 January 2004.

Is MB53 LAB safe to buy?

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