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X12 WAD

2003 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

71,364 mi
Last recorded71,364 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX12 WAD
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 71,364 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2025 66,761 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 59,900 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2023 54,896 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2022 48,611 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2021 38,220 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 36,117 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 34,693 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2018 34,203 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 34,175 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 6 Mar 2017 33,404 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 32,556 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 31,256 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2014 30,799 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 29,417 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2012 28,112 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 27,196 miles
Fail 16 May 2011 27,196 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 26 May 2010 25,877 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 24,747 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 24,156 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 24,156 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Aug 2006 20,704 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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X12 WAD is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 X12 WAD, 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 X12 WAD registered?

X12 WAD is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is X12 WAD safe to buy?

The MOT history for X12 WAD shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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