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NT53 CLY

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,912 mi
Last recorded25,912 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNT53 CLY
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2019 25,912 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 25,791 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 25,418 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 25,035 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 24,390 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 23,680 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2013 22,954 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2013 21,966 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2013 21,964 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 21,549 miles

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

Oil leak

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

Pass 26 Sep 2011 20,076 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 16 Sep 2010 18,877 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 17,801 miles

rear number plate deteriorating

Pass 2 Oct 2008 16,453 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 14,839 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 13,120 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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NT53 CLY is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 NT53 CLY, 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 NT53 CLY registered?

NT53 CLY is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 6 October 2003.

Is NT53 CLY safe to buy?

The MOT history for NT53 CLY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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