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SG03 XKR

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

65,616 mi
Last recorded65,616 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG03 XKR
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 65,616 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 64,067 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 63,815 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 62,876 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 61,438 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 61,091 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 60,776 miles

both front tyres outer walls deteriorating

both rear upper axle knuckle pins have slight play

Fail 21 Sep 2016 60,776 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

both front tyres outer walls deteriorating

both rear upper axle knuckle pins have slight play

Pass 16 Sep 2015 59,850 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 59,109 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2013 55,930 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 54,657 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 53,439 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2010 52,352 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 50,635 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 45,307 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

diff leak poss offside rear drive shaft seal

slight movement in both rear upper suspention

Pass 12 Dec 2006 31,858 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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SG03 XKR is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SG03 XKR, 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

How do I check the history of SG03 XKR?

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What year was SG03 XKR registered?

SG03 XKR is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 19 September 2003.

Is SG03 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SG03 XKR shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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