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BN53 BEY

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2023
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

158,994 mi
Last recorded158,994 miles
Recorded on9 May 2022
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 BEY
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 May 2022 158,994 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2021 157,485 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 153,546 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 148,604 miles

front discs in poor codition

offside front brake pipe coroded

rear brake pads worn

rear offside inner arm bush worn

Pass 11 May 2017 142,228 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 137,928 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 130,609 miles

rear discs in poor condition

Pass 25 Oct 2013 126,478 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 119,057 miles
Fail 28 May 2011 103,258 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 28 May 2011 103,258 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2010 90,196 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 90,139 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 18 May 2009 77,662 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Nov 2007 56,565 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 56,450 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Nov 2006 41,493 miles

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

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

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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BN53 BEY is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 BN53 BEY, 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 BN53 BEY registered?

BN53 BEY is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is BN53 BEY safe to buy?

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