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SW03 XWH

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2025
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

125,997 mi
Last recorded125,997 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW03 XWH
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Fail 20 Aug 2025 125,997 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER/OUTERSILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNERSILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength FLOOR SUPPORT PANEL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength INNER/OUTERSILLS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Sep 2024 125,485 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

both sills corroded at front

Pass 1 Sep 2020 125,281 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 122,569 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 May 2018 120,152 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 120,152 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 May 2017 116,841 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front tyres 2mm rear tyres 2.5mm

Pass 4 May 2016 113,494 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 107,954 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2014 103,601 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 97,570 miles

general underbody corrosion

n/s/r outer sill corroded

slight play in both rear hubs

Pass 1 Aug 2012 93,496 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 88,410 miles

Both front tyres worn on inner edges and close to limits.

Fail 6 Jul 2011 88,409 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Both front tyres worn on inner edges and close to limits.

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jul 2010 83,344 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Jun 2009 71,420 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2008 62,205 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 50,923 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 40,533 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 40,533 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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SW03 XWH is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SW03 XWH, 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 SW03 XWH registered?

SW03 XWH is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 June 2003.

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