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BJ53 GYE

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,570 mi
Last recorded150,570 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 GYE
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2018 150,570 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Coolant leak ()

Front Hydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2017 145,559 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2017 145,559 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded across axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

underneath shield preventing in spection of main brake pipes

Pass 7 Jan 2016 136,285 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 128,892 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Jan 2014 121,029 miles

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

Pass 12 Dec 2012 108,884 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 84,815 miles

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

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

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

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

corrosion on rear brake discs. rear pads low

front tyres worn on edges

rear tyre treads low

Pass 11 Jan 2011 70,275 miles

both rear brake discs slightly pitted.

Pass 12 Jan 2010 61,709 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2010 61,658 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 54,722 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2007 41,829 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 37,098 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 30,613 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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BJ53 GYE is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 BJ53 GYE, 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 BJ53 GYE registered?

BJ53 GYE is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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The MOT history for BJ53 GYE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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