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OE03 JCY

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

26,642 mi
Last recorded26,642 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE03 JCY
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 26,642 miles

Nearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2025 26,615 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2024 26,554 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 26,536 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2022 26,532 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 26,213 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 26,145 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 25,957 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 25,578 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 25,159 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 24,956 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 24,914 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 24,914 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 24,747 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 24,419 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 23,927 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 23,358 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 22,471 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 22,471 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 11 Mar 2010 20,824 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009 20,683 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 19,896 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 9,193 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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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OE03 JCY is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 OE03 JCY, 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 OE03 JCY registered?

OE03 JCY is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 31 July 2003.

Is OE03 JCY safe to buy?

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