2003 Jaguar XK8 4.2L Petrol · CP03 NFN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, following a clean pass in December 2025 at 85,548 miles. The recent maintenance trend appears consistent, as the car has successfully met minimum standards despite two recent test failures. While the record shows failures in November 2024 and November 2025, the lack of recorded defects on the subsequent passing tests suggests these issues were likely minor consumable items or lighting adjustments that were rectified immediately rather than deep-seated mechanical or structural failures. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,719 miles per year. The data shows significant periods of inactivity, such as the 2,014 miles covered between September 2023 and November 2024, and only 1,042 miles driven between November 2024 and December 2025. This pattern indicates the car likely sits for long periods. While this reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, it increases the risk of fluid fluid ingress, dry-out seals, and the degradation of rubber components like suspension bushes. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components most susceptible to age and sitting rather than high-mile wear. Inspect the brake discs for corrosion and the calipers for seizing, as low use often leads to brake surface pitting. The suspension system requires a thorough check for perished rubber hoses and cracked bushings, which are common on Jaguars of this era mileage. Given the low mileage, verifying the condition of the cooling system and fluid seals is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered from internal degradation during its frequent stationary periods.