Jaguar logo

Jaguar XK8

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 4,196 cc

LR53 VXDMOT history

LR53 VXD is a blue petrol Jaguar XK8 first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 143,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2025.

LR53 VXD blue Jaguar XK8 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Jaguar XK8, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2026
Mileage
143,456 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,562 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LR53 VXD in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 VXD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XK8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,196 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 VXD was last recorded at 143,456 miles on 13 Mar 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,455 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,456 miles
  • 2023 – 142,010 miles
  • 2022 – 139,260 miles
  • 2021 – 137,494 miles
  • 2020 – 131,635 miles
  • 2019 – 123,618 miles
  • 2018 – 117,175 miles
  • 2017 – 109,125 miles
  • 2016 – 102,214 miles
  • 2015 – 92,069 miles
  • 2014 – 80,387 miles
  • 2013 – 66,206 miles
  • 2012 – 56,474 miles
  • 2011 – 50,175 miles
  • 2010 – 45,741 miles
  • 2009 – 44,231 miles
  • 2008 – 37,200 miles
  • 2007 – 29,998 miles
  • 2006 – 22,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,456 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,456 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    143,456 miles
    Test number
    595186122304
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail143,455 miles (+1,445)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,455 miles
    Test number
    884767668466
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tear in the tyre and cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass142,010 miles (+2,750)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    142,010 miles
    Test number
    464037271721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass139,260 miles (+1,766)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    139,260 miles
    Test number
    424122508246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  5. Pass137,494 miles (+5,859)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    137,494 miles
    Test number
    535811258903
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing has slight play Both rear (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass131,635 miles (+8,017)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    131,635 miles
    Test number
    742561546813
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  7. Pass123,618 miles (+6,443)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    123,618 miles
    Test number
    287926661296
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRusty underbody
  8. Pass117,175 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    117,175 miles
    Test number
    624358375311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail117,086 miles (+7,961)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,086 miles
    Test number
    597405727176
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  10. Pass109,125 miles (+6,911)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    109,125 miles
    Test number
    752328127393
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion Floor pan (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust corrosion
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Ball joint has slight play rack extension (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOil misting noted
    • AdvisoryThrottle pedal operation stiff
  11. Pass102,214 miles (+10,145)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,214 miles
    Test number
    865308952659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leaks noted
  12. Pass92,069 miles (+11,682)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    92,069 miles
    Test number
    277892685134
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)
    • NoteCoolant leak
  13. Pass80,387 miles (+14,181)3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    80,387 miles
    Test number
    908606274118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront brake disc/s lipped
    • NoteFront wipers deteriorating
    • NoteOffside front tyre sidewall damage
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear brake disc/s lipped
  14. Pass66,206 miles6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    66,206 miles
    Test number
    358593073171
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  15. Fail66,206 miles (+9,732)2 repaired6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,206 miles
    Test number
    486843973129
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  16. Pass56,474 miles (+6,299)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    56,474 miles
    Test number
    768212982126
    • AdvisoryNearside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass50,175 miles (+4,434)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    50,175 miles
    Test number
    759778471195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,741 miles (+1,510)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    45,741 miles
    Test number
    261653780488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass44,231 miles (+7,031)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    44,231 miles
    Test number
    431851119410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,200 miles (+7,202)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,200 miles
    Test number
    192003788220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass29,998 miles (+7,054)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,998 miles
    Test number
    312878877461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,944 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,944 miles
    Test number
    502334506329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail22,924 miles2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,924 miles
    Test number
    650353606347
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR53 VXD

Does LR53 VXD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 VXD expired on 12 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 VXD?
The MOT on LR53 VXD expired on 12 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 VXD done?
LR53 VXD was recorded at 143,456 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2025, an average of 6,562 miles a year.
Has LR53 VXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 VXD has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 VXD ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR53 VXD find?
LR53 VXD passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

Browse all LR53V registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.