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AP53 VJX

2004 Jaguar X-type

Grey Petrol 2968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

52,756 mi
Last recorded52,756 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar X-type85,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP53 VJX
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,968cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2026 52,756 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2026 52,756 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 48,127 miles

Nearside Rear Door central (unlocking) inoperative.

Pass 23 Feb 2024 47,235 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2023 46,094 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 44,570 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2021 43,965 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracks/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2020 42,792 miles

Undertrays fitted limiting access to some components

Pass 15 Feb 2019 41,560 miles

Engine cover and undertray fitted, obscuring view of some components.

Pass 8 Feb 2018 39,995 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just above 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit just above 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2017 38,590 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2017 38,590 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2016 37,199 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 35,633 miles

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

Fail 6 Feb 2014 34,237 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 34,237 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 32,567 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2012 28,997 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2011 24,382 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2010 20,047 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2009 15,434 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2009 15,434 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 31 Jan 2008 12,006 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jan 2008 12,006 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2007 8,066 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

How Reliable is the Jaguar X-type?

Based on 1,912,556 MOT tests across 119,397 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
119,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 38,516
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38,107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31,691
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30,052
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AP53 VJX is a 2004 Jaguar X-type in Grey with a 2,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 85,546 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar X-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,260 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP53 VJX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar X-type typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Jaguar X-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP53 VJX registered?

AP53 VJX is a 2004 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 26 February 2004.

Is AP53 VJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP53 VJX shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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