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WU53 ZYR

2003 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

44,722 mi
Last recorded44,722 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU53 ZYR
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 44,722 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 43,814 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 42,138 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 39,690 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 38,488 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 37,148 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2019 36,402 miles

Nearside Front wheel valve deteriorated.

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

Roof Interior loose.

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

Pass 23 Apr 2018 35,687 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 28 Apr 2017 34,842 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 34,842 miles

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings chassis leg corroded (6.1.B.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2016 33,598 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 32,334 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 31,354 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 29,771 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 27,300 miles

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

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 25,589 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 23,177 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 27 Apr 2009 21,538 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 18,789 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 12,222 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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WU53 ZYR is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 WU53 ZYR, 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

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What year was WU53 ZYR registered?

WU53 ZYR is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WU53 ZYR safe to buy?

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