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MJ03 XHB

2003 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

69,832 mi
Last recorded69,832 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ03 XHB
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 69,832 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 69,806 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2025 69,790 miles
Pass 1 May 2024 68,541 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty sticking (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 16 May 2023 66,945 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty sticking (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 May 2022 65,207 miles
Pass 20 May 2021 63,814 miles
Fail 19 May 2021 63,813 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 63,778 miles

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2017 62,821 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2016 62,748 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 61,723 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2012 61,529 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2011 59,305 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 55,361 miles

brake discs rusty due to standing

Pass 22 Apr 2008 55,305 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 50,651 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 50,276 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 49,419 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2006 49,419 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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MJ03 XHB is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MJ03 XHB, 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 MJ03 XHB registered?

MJ03 XHB is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is MJ03 XHB safe to buy?

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