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XK53 CAT

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

63,844 mi
Last recorded63,844 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXK53 CAT
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 8 May 2026 63,844 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 21 May 2025 63,235 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2024 62,552 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 61,514 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 60,728 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 60,185 miles

Central Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2020 57,544 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated MARKED IN YELLOW CHALK (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 May 2019 55,985 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 54,588 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 53,794 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 52,970 miles
Pass 23 May 2015 51,699 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 50,602 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 23 May 2013 49,035 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 May 2012 47,429 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 46,004 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 44,297 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 May 2009 41,558 miles

Engine oil leak.

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

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

Pass 29 May 2008 37,808 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 35,270 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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XK53 CAT is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XK53 CAT, 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 XK53 CAT registered?

XK53 CAT is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is XK53 CAT safe to buy?

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