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NL53 HDO

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Apr 2026
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,447 mi
Last recorded26,447 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL53 HDO
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 16 Apr 2025 26,447 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2023 26,439 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 26,410 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Slightly smearing screen (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2009 18,098 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 16,050 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Sep 2007 13,718 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 11,259 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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NL53 HDO is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 NL53 HDO, 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 NL53 HDO registered?

NL53 HDO is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is NL53 HDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL53 HDO shows 7 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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