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AM53 CDV

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

129,536 mi
Last recorded129,536 miles
Recorded on22 Feb 2022
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 CDV
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Feb 2022 129,536 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 126,919 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 124,562 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2019 121,349 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2018 117,838 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 111,247 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 103,647 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all brake flexi ferrules and piping corroding (3.6.B.4e)

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

all brake pipes starting to corrode slightly in places

belly plates / trims / covers obscuring some components

Fail 27 Nov 2015 103,647 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure rubber blade split / insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Registration plate lamp not working both number plate lights inop (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all brake flexi ferrules and piping corroding (3.6.B.4e)

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

all brake pipes starting to corrode slightly in places

belly plates / trims / covers obscuring some components

Pass 18 Apr 2014 92,669 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2013 83,995 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 5 Sep 2013 83,986 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Pass 9 Jul 2012 72,360 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2012 72,211 miles

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

Fail 29 Mar 2011 55,206 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 55,206 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Apr 2010 42,839 miles

Engine oil level is low

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 30,626 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 30,468 miles

N/S/R disc brake starting to corrode inner face

O/S/R brake disc starting to corrode inner face

Pass 10 Aug 2007 26,514 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 22,691 miles

Advise: Puncture to N/S rear tyre (nail).

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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AM53 CDV is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 80,834 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM53 CDV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 23 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM53 CDV registered?

AM53 CDV is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 12 September 2003.

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