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R5 JXK

2003 Jaguar XK8

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

85,470 mi
Last recorded85,470 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 JXK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 85,470 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 85,469 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 82,840 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 81,355 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 81,347 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 81,164 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 78,462 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 78,462 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 77,171 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2020 77,169 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 73,715 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 71,214 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 70,293 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 69,549 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2015 67,616 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 66,083 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2014 61,815 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 58,126 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 54,728 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

advise front inner brake pads wearing low

advise nearside front tyre wearing low

Pass 13 Jan 2011 51,225 miles

slight damage to nearside front tyre wall

Pass 14 Jan 2010 43,051 miles

Drivers seat (tilt) release does not function

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 41,512 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 39,049 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2006 32,314 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 31,155 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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R5 JXK is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 R5 JXK, 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 R5 JXK registered?

R5 JXK is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is R5 JXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 JXK shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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