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BD53 LXZ

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

95,529 mi
Last recorded95,529 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 LXZ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 95,529 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Dec 2024 90,516 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2023 85,248 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2022 80,678 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 80,676 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Dec 2021 75,180 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 72,107 miles

fuel tank straps corroded

Fail 29 Oct 2020 72,090 miles

Offside Front Suspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2019 64,171 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 57,348 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2017 48,220 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2017 48,219 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 41,180 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2015 35,349 miles

osf and rear tyres at limit on inner edges

Fail 7 Apr 2015 35,349 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

osf and rear tyres at limit on inner edges

Pass 2 Apr 2014 29,293 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Slight age cracking of left rear tyre(06 date code)

Pass 27 Nov 2012 21,530 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 17,763 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 15,272 miles

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

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

front number plate deteriorating

slight play to offside steering rack arm

Fail 23 Nov 2009 11,362 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

offside front tyre inner tread to shoulder worn low,recommend renewal of tyre and nearside front tyre inner tread to shoulder wearing low

Pass 23 Nov 2009 11,362 miles

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

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

offside front tyre inner tread to shoulder worn low,recommend renewal of tyre and nearside front tyre inner tread to shoulder wearing low

Pass 20 Nov 2008 7,844 miles

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

Fail 23 Nov 2007 4,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 4,104 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 986 miles

Rear bumper insecure

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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BD53 LXZ is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 BD53 LXZ, 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 BD53 LXZ?

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What year was BD53 LXZ registered?

BD53 LXZ is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is BD53 LXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 LXZ shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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