CarVerify

Free Car Check

31 TS

2003 Jaguar XK8

Blue Petrol 4196cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

40,615 mi
Last recorded40,615 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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

Registration31 TS
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourBlue
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

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 40,615 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 40,564 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Jul 2023 39,932 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 39,424 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 39,420 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jun 2020 39,367 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 3 Jun 2020 39,352 miles

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2019 39,151 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2018 38,554 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 38,368 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 37,490 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 36,017 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 34,961 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 34,115 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 26,020 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 20,909 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 15,086 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2007 15,086 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2006 7,939 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

31 TS is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 31 TS, 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 31 TS?

You can check the full history of 31 TS by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was 31 TS registered?

31 TS is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 21 March 2003.

Is 31 TS safe to buy?

The MOT history for 31 TS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 31 TS 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 31 TS. 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.