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RF53 FUT

2003 Jaguar Xkr

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

74,161 mi
Last recorded74,161 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xkr59,046 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF53 FUT
MakeJaguar
ModelXkr
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2026 74,161 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2025 73,342 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 73,038 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn on edge

Offside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 72,447 miles

Nearside Exhaust mounting defective catalyst bracket lower bolts missing (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Exhaust mounting defective catalyst lower bracket bolts missing (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2022 72,030 miles

Nearside Front Tyre Perishing / Cracking Between Tread.

Pass 8 Feb 2021 71,685 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2019 71,119 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2018 70,729 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 69,486 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 69,486 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Jul 2016 68,688 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2016 68,688 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 67,075 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 62,676 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 62,540 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 61,594 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 60,913 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 60,557 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 57,876 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 48,704 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 38,360 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 38,148 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2006 30,900 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xkr?

Based on 218,570 MOT tests across 12,571 vehicles.

79.6%
Pass Rate
2,309
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
12,571
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,083
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 2,159
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 2,123
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,080
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 1,593
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RF53 FUT is a 2003 Jaguar Xkr in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar Xkr models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.7% with a typical mileage of 59,046 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xkr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 5,083 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RF53 FUT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xkr typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Jaguar Xkr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RF53 FUT registered?

RF53 FUT is a 2003 Jaguar Xkr, first registered on 7 October 2003.

Is RF53 FUT safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF53 FUT shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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