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BD52 NHM

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

79,662 mi
Last recorded79,662 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD52 NHM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 79,662 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2022 78,072 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2021 76,775 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 20 Oct 2020 75,535 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2020 75,535 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2019 72,566 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2018 71,543 miles

Offside Rear (Elecronic type.) Handbrake lower effort....

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 68,659 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 66,255 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 62,482 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2013 58,763 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 52,604 miles

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

Fail 18 Sep 2012 52,604 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

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

Pass 22 Mar 2011 42,221 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 36,675 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2010 36,656 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 32,366 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 25,490 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 20,851 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2006 12,037 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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BD52 NHM is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BD52 NHM, 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

How do I check the history of BD52 NHM?

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What year was BD52 NHM registered?

BD52 NHM is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 January 2003.

Is BD52 NHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD52 NHM shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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