CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y5 NAE

2003 Jaguar XK8

Silver Petrol 4196cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

118,100 mi
Last recorded118,100 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Jaguar
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY5 NAE
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 118,100 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 117,059 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2023 116,407 miles

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted slight buckle in wheel (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive o/s and n/s outer sills corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 114,856 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 114,849 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 114,682 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 114,529 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2019 114,529 miles

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2018 113,350 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2017 109,030 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 20 Oct 2017 108,982 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2016 103,671 miles

brake pipes been coated in sealant so difficult to inspect condition

Fail 28 Oct 2016 103,671 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

brake pipes been coated in sealant so difficult to inspect condition

Pass 22 Oct 2015 96,449 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 92,225 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2014 92,225 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s floor pan corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2012 72,196 miles

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge both rear tyres worn close to wear bands

Fail 20 Feb 2012 72,196 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge both rear tyres worn close to wear bands

Pass 18 Feb 2011 59,284 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 59,284 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 12 Feb 2010 46,373 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2010 46,373 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 27 Jan 2009 34,627 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 34,514 miles

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

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2008 23,020 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007 21,475 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 17,288 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
Full Jaguar XK8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y5 NAE is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 Y5 NAE, 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

How do I check the history of Y5 NAE?

You can check the full history of Y5 NAE by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y5 NAE registered?

Y5 NAE is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 29 April 2003.

Is Y5 NAE safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y5 NAE shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y5 NAE have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y5 NAE. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.