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X8 SSC

2003 Jaguar X-type

Green Diesel 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2023
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

115,911 mi
Last recorded115,911 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar X-type73,025 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 SSC
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Fail 21 Apr 2023 115,911 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 114,744 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2022 114,709 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 113,188 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2021 113,186 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Feb 2020 111,123 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 110,580 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 110,526 miles

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 108,876 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2017 108,876 miles

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

o/s front tyre cracking on tread wall and feathering on edges

Pass 6 Oct 2016 107,779 miles

both front tyres feathering on edges and cracking on tread wall

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

o/s rear tyre cracking on tread wall

Pass 29 Sep 2015 107,090 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)

both front tyres feathering on edges and cracking on tread wall

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Aug 2014 105,252 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres cracking on tread wall

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 103,055 miles

both front tyres cracking on tread wall

Pass 20 Jun 2012 98,866 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Jul 2011 91,664 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2011 91,661 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 80,016 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 80,016 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Jul 2009 69,116 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 69,116 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 55,726 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2008 55,725 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Outer Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 24 Jul 2007 43,683 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 35,548 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2006 35,548 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Jaguar X-type?

Based on 1,912,556 MOT tests across 119,397 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
119,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 38,516
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38,107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31,691
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30,052
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X8 SSC is a 2003 Jaguar X-type in Green with a 1,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 73,025 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar X-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,260 recorded failures. If you're considering buying X8 SSC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar X-type typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Jaguar X-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X8 SSC registered?

X8 SSC is a 2003 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 25 July 2003.

Is X8 SSC safe to buy?

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