MOT Status
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Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner sill, end plate and wheel arch are corroded. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Heavy body corrosion at front of rear subframe mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Has minor sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Has minor sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner sill, end plate and wheel arch are corroded. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Heavy body corrosion at front of rear subframe mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth approx 2.5mm and has minor sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (e))
Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()
Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner sill, end plate and wheel arch are corroded. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Heavy body corrosion at front of rear subframe mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Has minor sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
Offside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Has minor sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer and inner sill, end plate and wheel arch are corroded. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Heavy body corrosion at front of rear subframe mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread depth approx 2.5mm and has minor sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (e))
Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Central Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
corrosion to nearside rear chassis area
offside front and nearside rear tyres have damage on outer sidewalls
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
offside rear tyre starting to wear low on tread
Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS
both front tyres worn/perishing on inner edges
some play in both rear hubs
some play in both rear hubs
slight play in both rear hubs
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
slight play in both rear hubs
some play in both rear hubs
some play in both rear hubs
Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
How Reliable is the Jaguar XK8?
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VN53 FMP is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue 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 VN53 FMP, 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 VN53 FMP registered?
VN53 FMP is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 September 2003.
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