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BG53 TYF

2003 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

142,051 mi
Last recorded142,051 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 TYF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2017 142,051 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2016 137,422 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 125,908 miles

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

Fail 2 Mar 2015 125,906 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 16 Dec 2013 117,685 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 117,670 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 109,700 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 103,753 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 26 Apr 2010 103,753 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 20 Feb 2009 80,386 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2009 80,386 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 13 Nov 2007 55,747 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 37,908 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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BG53 TYF is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BG53 TYF, 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 BG53 TYF registered?

BG53 TYF is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 9 October 2003.

Is BG53 TYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 TYF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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