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AY03 PBF

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

270,077 mi
Last recorded270,077 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 PBF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2026 270,077 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 265,232 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2024 256,742 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Jun 2023 245,685 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 234,897 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2021 223,560 miles

oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2021 223,560 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2020 212,989 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2020 212,989 miles

Offside Front Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 202,906 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2019 202,906 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2018 190,952 miles

oil leak

Fail 29 Jun 2018 190,952 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

oil leak

Pass 13 Jul 2017 177,844 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 163,829 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

engine light on

Fail 1 Jul 2016 163,829 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

engine light on

Pass 30 Jun 2015 157,924 miles

Rear under body corrosion

Rear under suspension corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2014 146,691 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 142,998 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 136,211 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 131,793 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 127,135 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

all brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 28 Jun 2010 127,072 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

all brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 30 Apr 2009 117,724 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2009 117,724 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 25 Apr 2008 112,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 112,246 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 104,907 miles
Pass 11 May 2006 79,168 miles

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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AY03 PBF is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 AY03 PBF, 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 AY03 PBF registered?

AY03 PBF is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 5 May 2003.

Is AY03 PBF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 PBF shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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