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AR03 JVF

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

132,162 mi
Last recorded132,162 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2015
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR03 JVF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2015 132,162 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jan 2014 127,439 miles

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

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 23 Nov 2012 181,242 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 5 Nov 2012 119,882 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Jun 2011 176,763 miles

advise; n/s/r top arm outer ball joint slight play

Fail 21 Jun 2011 179,762 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 157,579 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 130,782 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 101,709 miles
Fail 22 May 2008 101,709 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 May 2007 74,348 miles
Pass 23 May 2006 49,305 miles

ENGINE/TRANS FLOORPAN COVERS FITTED. †O/S REAR VERTICAL ANTIROLL BAR ROD UPPER INSULATION RUBBER DETERIORATED AND CHAFING HANDBRAKE CABLE(INNER SHEATH EXPOSED).

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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AR03 JVF is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AR03 JVF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AR03 JVF registered?

AR03 JVF is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 May 2003.

Is AR03 JVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR03 JVF shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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