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BN53 BYG

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

112,268 mi
Last recorded112,268 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 BYG
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 112,268 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin @ 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted small dent inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted small dent inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Jan 2026 112,268 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin @ 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted small dent inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted small dent inner rim (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2025 108,669 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2024 108,664 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 4 Aug 2023 105,517 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x 2 pipes at offside front area (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x 2 pipes at offside front area (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess Parking brake (1.1.15 (a))

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

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Jul 2022 102,372 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 97,823 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2020 94,511 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2020 94,511 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 91,540 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Fail 18 Jul 2019 91,538 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 18 Jul 2018 86,092 miles

Airbag lamp may have a intermittent fault

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2017 81,708 miles

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

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

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

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Aug 2016 77,035 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2015 70,385 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2014 64,545 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 59,692 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 54,559 miles

rear brake pads low

Pass 22 Jul 2011 49,547 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 43,959 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 37,899 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 37,899 miles

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

o/s/f tyre slightly worn on inner edge.

Pass 28 Aug 2008 33,015 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 27,645 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 22,142 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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BN53 BYG is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BYG, 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 BN53 BYG?

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What year was BN53 BYG registered?

BN53 BYG is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 September 2003.

Is BN53 BYG safe to buy?

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