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VN53 FMP

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

97,221 mi
Last recorded97,221 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN53 FMP
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 97,221 miles

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))

Fail 11 Feb 2026 97,220 miles

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))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 96,696 miles

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))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 96,105 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2023 94,873 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 91,400 miles

offside rear tyre starting to wear low on tread

Pass 2 Mar 2021 87,596 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 86,339 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2020 86,339 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2019 80,679 miles

both front tyres worn/perishing on inner edges

Pass 19 Feb 2018 75,193 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2017 71,131 miles

some play in both rear hubs

Pass 22 Feb 2016 66,823 miles

some play in both rear hubs

Pass 20 Feb 2015 61,509 miles

slight play in both rear hubs

Pass 20 Feb 2014 55,605 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2013 49,065 miles

slight play in both rear hubs

Pass 2 Mar 2012 44,015 miles

some play in both rear hubs

Pass 21 Feb 2011 37,903 miles

some play in both rear hubs

Pass 22 Feb 2010 32,543 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 27,391 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 21,280 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2007 15,983 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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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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