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DEZ 4160

2003 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

56,503 mi
Last recorded56,503 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDEZ 4160
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2025 56,503 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 56,026 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 55,629 miles

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

Pass 30 Sep 2022 55,173 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 54,833 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2020 53,745 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2019 52,069 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2018 50,826 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2017 49,777 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2016 48,871 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2015 47,958 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2014 46,443 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 44,788 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 37,555 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 31,637 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 23,777 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 10,429 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 58,242 miles

rear shock bottom mounts have slight movement

Pass 6 Sep 2007 43,676 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 31 Aug 2006 32,038 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2006 32,038 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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DEZ 4160 is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 DEZ 4160, 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 DEZ 4160 registered?

DEZ 4160 is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is DEZ 4160 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DEZ 4160 shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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