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SD53 UKW

2003 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,245 mi
Last recorded73,245 miles
Recorded on2 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 UKW
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 May 2014 73,245 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2012 71,599 miles

fine cracks in tread and sidewalls of offside front tyre, no cords exposed.

front brake pads worn to approx 4mm.

light surface corrosion on floor and chassis in various places.

rear brake pads worn to approx 4mm.

slight play in offside front anti-roll bar link.

small cut in outer sidewall of nearside front tyre, no cords exposed.

surface corrosion on both front to rear brake pipes at rear.

Fail 31 Oct 2012 71,597 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

small cut in outer sidewall of nearside front tyre, no cords exposed.

fine cracks in tread and sidewalls of offside front tyre, no cords exposed.

front brake pads worn to approx 4mm.

light surface corrosion on floor and chassis in various places.

rear brake pads worn to approx 4mm.

slight play in offside front anti-roll bar link.

surface corrosion on both front to rear brake pipes at rear.

Pass 15 Sep 2011 68,846 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 64,717 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 56,321 miles

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

slight play in o/s and n/s rear drive shaft universal joints

Pass 25 Mar 2009 53,573 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 50,921 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 40,171 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 5 Oct 2006 32,056 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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SD53 UKW is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 SD53 UKW, 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 SD53 UKW registered?

SD53 UKW is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SD53 UKW safe to buy?

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