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BJ53 WVV

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

99,541 mi
Last recorded99,541 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ53 WVV
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2025 99,541 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 18 Jan 2024 98,614 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2024 98,614 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 89,444 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 86,904 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 86,136 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2019 84,846 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2018 81,574 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 78,921 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 76,168 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2016 76,168 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 Sep 2015 71,757 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2014 68,032 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2013 60,652 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 56,281 miles

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

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

Fail 19 Oct 2012 56,281 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2011 49,616 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 42,769 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 36,164 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 29,020 miles

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

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

dsc warning displayed on dash

Pass 18 Jan 2008 21,692 miles

front brake discs corroded

unable to see inner brake pads

Pass 17 Sep 2007 20,501 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 16,126 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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BJ53 WVV is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 WVV, 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.

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What year was BJ53 WVV registered?

BJ53 WVV is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 24 September 2003.

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