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AY03 PUA

2003 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,115 mi
Last recorded131,115 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 PUA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 131,115 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Feb 2018 130,778 miles

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 123,064 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to fully see (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jan 2016 113,308 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread front and rear (6.3.1d)

Pass 24 Jan 2015 106,835 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 95,071 miles

under tray insecure

Fail 9 Jan 2014 95,067 miles

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

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

under tray insecure

Pass 29 Jan 2013 79,901 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2012 68,892 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 14 Jan 2012 68,892 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 54,251 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2010 46,957 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 42,129 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 31,884 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Aug 2006 22,313 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 22,313 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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 PUA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 AY03 PUA, 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 AY03 PUA registered?

AY03 PUA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 April 2003.

Is AY03 PUA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 PUA shows 16 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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