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V2 RFG

2003 Jaguar XK8

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

99,883 mi
Last recorded99,883 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 RFG
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2023 99,883 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both/sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer/sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn Both/sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Steering column/universal joint corroded

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2021 99,088 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer seal showing signs of corrosion

Pass 15 Dec 2020 98,354 miles

Nearside Rear Slight play in suspension

Offside Rear Slight play in suspension

Pass 3 Jul 2019 93,312 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake only efficiency low only 17%

Rear Outer sills have slight corosion

Pass 25 May 2018 88,656 miles
Fail 25 May 2018 88,656 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight out (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner showing cord (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 May 2017 82,949 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 71,786 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 61,726 miles

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

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

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

front tyres heavily worn on inner edges

Pass 3 Jun 2014 49,234 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2013 40,832 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 39,911 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 38,587 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2010 37,034 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 35,278 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 32,135 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 28,116 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 25,122 miles

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

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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V2 RFG is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 V2 RFG, 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 V2 RFG registered?

V2 RFG is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 20 August 2003.

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