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RY03 WHE

2003 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

101,103 mi
Last recorded101,103 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY03 WHE
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 101,103 miles

Central Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive from rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 96,398 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 95,288 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 94,111 miles

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 91,953 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 90,969 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2020 90,968 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 87,839 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 84,374 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 80,295 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2016 75,269 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 71,110 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 66,605 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 62,261 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 58,771 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 53,613 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 48,553 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 43,294 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 28,665 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 32,708 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Jul 2007 32,708 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 24,243 miles

air bag warning lamp staying on

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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RY03 WHE is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RY03 WHE, 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.

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What year was RY03 WHE registered?

RY03 WHE is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 July 2003.

Is RY03 WHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RY03 WHE shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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