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XK53 PUR

2004 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

126,089 mi
Last recorded126,089 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Jaguar XK859,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXK53 PUR
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 126,089 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2024 120,793 miles

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

Fail 11 Nov 2024 120,775 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))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2023 116,073 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 113,103 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 113,101 miles

Nearside Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

corrosion on o/s/f floor section not within perscribed area

Pass 2 Nov 2021 109,302 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 106,246 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 103,592 miles

Offside Rear Outer sill has corrosion

Pass 14 Nov 2018 100,372 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 97,427 miles

Coolant leak ()

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 93,457 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 91,333 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 87,684 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Seat belt cut but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 84,326 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2013 77,888 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

corrossion to nearside floor area

Fail 2 Mar 2013 77,888 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

corrossion to nearside floor area

Pass 21 Mar 2012 71,303 miles

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

Offside 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 5 Mar 2011 64,638 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 59,149 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 57,174 miles

stone chips to screen

unable to see inner brake pads

front tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 8 Dec 2008 45,551 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 34,521 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 34,296 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Pass 25 Jan 2007 30,730 miles

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)

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 PUR is a 2004 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar XK8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 59,923 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 PUR, 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 22 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 PUR registered?

XK53 PUR is a 2004 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is XK53 PUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for XK53 PUR shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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