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DF03 EVB

2003 Jaguar Xj

Beige Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

55,131 mi
Last recorded55,131 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 EVB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 55,131 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jun 2025 53,368 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 14 Jun 2024 50,685 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2023 47,898 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2022 47,330 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2021 46,804 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 46,355 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 45,661 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2019 45,661 miles

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt track control arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Nov 2018 44,341 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 42,859 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear, most of pipe covered by under tray. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear, most of pipe covered by under tray. (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 18 Oct 2017 42,859 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear, most of pipe covered by under tray. (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded Front to Rear, most of pipe covered by under tray. (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 40,848 miles

All tyres perished and cracked

Pass 19 Nov 2015 38,232 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner & outer surfaces corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Nov 2014 36,192 miles

Offside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 34,679 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 32,867 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 30,899 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 28,786 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2010 27,982 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 24,220 miles

both rear tyres cracking on outer tyre wall and shoulder

Pass 8 Jul 2008 19,993 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2008 19,993 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 15,910 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 12,673 miles

Condition of rear No plate.

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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DF03 EVB is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Beige with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 DF03 EVB, 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 DF03 EVB registered?

DF03 EVB is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 July 2003.

Is DF03 EVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 EVB shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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