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MP53 VHX

2003 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

56,793 mi
Last recorded56,793 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP53 VHX
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 8 Oct 2025 56,793 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 54,065 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 52,284 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2022 50,711 miles

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

Underside of vehicle heavily under sealed

Pass 27 Oct 2021 48,629 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 43,261 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Underside of Vehicle and Components Heavily Undersealed

Pass 20 May 2019 42,753 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 42,646 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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MP53 VHX is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MP53 VHX, 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

How do I check the history of MP53 VHX?

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What year was MP53 VHX registered?

MP53 VHX is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is MP53 VHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MP53 VHX shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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