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MD53 MKC

2004 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,017 mi
Last recorded86,017 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMD53 MKC
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 86,017 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 85,901 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2025 85,901 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 20 Mar 2024 85,788 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 85,692 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2022 85,545 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 85,189 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 84,906 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear,, both (1.1.11 (c))

all 4 brake discs slightly corroded

nsf tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Fail 4 Mar 2020 84,906 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear,, both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

all 4 brake discs slightly corroded

nsf tyre slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 12 Mar 2019 83,583 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 83,302 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 83,231 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 82,342 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 81,690 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 80,551 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 80,331 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2013 80,326 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jun 2012 79,647 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 78,705 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 76,738 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 75,544 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 69,135 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 46,378 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2007 46,378 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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MD53 MKC is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 MD53 MKC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MD53 MKC registered?

MD53 MKC is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 11 February 2004.

Is MD53 MKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MD53 MKC shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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