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FL53 JWP

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

120,172 mi
Last recorded120,172 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 JWP
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Sep 2023 120,172 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged attachment bolt broken and sensor loose (1.6 (c))

Nearside Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold to downpipe (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Sound deadening material not fully secure under bonnet (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2022 119,001 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 119,001 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 118,140 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 117,535 miles

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

Offside Rear torsion arm dust cover becoming worn

Fail 10 Sep 2020 117,526 miles

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

Bonnet primary retaining device insecure (3.1 (c))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction displayed on dash (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers insecurely attached bolt locking device not fully through nut (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Aug 2019 117,111 miles

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

Fail 28 Aug 2019 117,109 miles

Front Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Aug 2018 116,111 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2017 113,850 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 15 Sep 2017 113,842 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Aug 2017 113,563 miles

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

front number plate cracked

Pass 26 Jul 2016 108,785 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust heatsheild loose

Pass 29 Jul 2015 105,730 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2014 102,591 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 94,204 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 90,430 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 81,041 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 9 Apr 2009 68,785 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 56,963 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2007 42,603 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 24,594 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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FL53 JWP is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL53 JWP, 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 FL53 JWP registered?

FL53 JWP is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 5 September 2003.

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