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PK53 MJK

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,693 mi
Last recorded42,693 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 MJK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2025 42,693 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2024 42,122 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2023 41,837 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2022 41,169 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 39,812 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 39,069 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 38,696 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 36,793 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 34,984 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 33,334 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 31,409 miles

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 30,785 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 28,982 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 27,036 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 25,706 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 24,073 miles

nearside and offside front tyres worn on inside edge

Pass 22 Dec 2009 21,513 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2008 19,347 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2007 16,962 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 14,085 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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PK53 MJK is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 PK53 MJK, 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 PK53 MJK registered?

PK53 MJK is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is PK53 MJK safe to buy?

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