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BF53 KFK

2003 Jaguar XK8

Green Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

45,469 mi
Last recorded45,469 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar XK861,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF53 KFK
MakeJaguar
ModelXK8
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 45,469 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 44,801 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 44,133 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 43,715 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 43,006 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 42,233 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2019 41,527 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 40,614 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 38,964 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 38,964 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2016 36,897 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 36,380 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 25 Nov 2015 36,380 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 35,674 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 32,541 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 28,556 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 23,256 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 22,047 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2009 20,397 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 17,377 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 14,068 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 30 Aug 2006 11,751 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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BF53 KFK is a 2003 Jaguar XK8 in Green with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BF53 KFK, 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 BF53 KFK?

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What year was BF53 KFK registered?

BF53 KFK is a 2003 Jaguar XK8, first registered on 11 September 2003.

Is BF53 KFK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF53 KFK shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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