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AX53 EZU

2003 Jaguar X-type

Black Diesel 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2023
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

149,137 mi
Last recorded149,137 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Jaguar X-type73,025 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 EZU
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2022 149,137 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Lower sill corroded but not affecting structure

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Lower sill corroded but not affecting structure

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear suspension components corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2021 142,625 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Sep 2021 142,605 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 139,781 miles

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

Fail 7 Oct 2020 139,781 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 5 Dec 2019 135,586 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 135,586 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Dec 2018 127,610 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 118,287 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 118,287 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 110,169 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 110,169 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 99,908 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 89,670 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 80,274 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 70,032 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Feb 2013 70,032 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Feb 2012 59,250 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 59,250 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jan 2011 50,942 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2010 41,080 miles

Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 41,080 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2009 40,075 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 35,372 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 30,228 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 22,837 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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

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

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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AX53 EZU is a 2003 Jaguar X-type in Black with a 1,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 73,025 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 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 AX53 EZU, 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 23 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 AX53 EZU registered?

AX53 EZU is a 2003 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is AX53 EZU safe to buy?

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