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FM53 SZF

2004 Jaguar X-type

Black Petrol 2099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Feb 2022
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

84,706 mi
Last recorded84,706 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Jaguar X-type85,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 SZF
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,099cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2021 84,706 miles

corrosion outer sills

slight corrosion rear discs

Fail 4 Feb 2021 84,703 miles

Emissions not tested excessive water in exhaust (8.2.1.2 (d))

corrosion outer sills

slight corrosion rear discs

Pass 24 Jan 2020 80,794 miles

corrosion rear suspension arms

engine management light on

oil leak

Fail 23 Jan 2020 80,789 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

corrosion rear suspension arms

engine management light on

oil leak

Pass 6 Feb 2019 72,161 miles

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

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

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

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

engine light on

Fail 1 Feb 2019 72,161 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

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

engine light on

Pass 30 Jan 2018 60,626 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 29 Jan 2018 60,626 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Coolant leak ()

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak ()

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

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

Pass 14 Jan 2017 53,549 miles

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

offside rear tyre tread 2mm and worn on edges

slight play in nearside rear track control arm bushes

Pass 20 Jan 2016 50,626 miles

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

offside rear tyre wearing slightly on edges

slight play in nearside rear track control arm

Fail 20 Jan 2016 50,626 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

offside front tyre wearing slightly on edges

slight play in nearside rear track control arm

Pass 30 Jan 2015 47,731 miles

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

slight play in nearside rear track control arm bush

Fail 30 Jan 2015 47,731 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

slight play in nearside rear track control arm bush

Pass 18 Jan 2014 45,304 miles

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

Fail 18 Jan 2014 45,304 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 29 Jan 2013 43,328 miles

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

O/s/r tyre outer sidewall cracking

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 29 Jan 2013 43,328 miles

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

O/s/r tyre outer sidewall cracking

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

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 40,952 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2011 38,713 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2010 36,607 miles

n/s/f tyre tread 2mm

o/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 24 Jan 2009 34,344 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 31,376 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2007 27,986 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar X-type?

Based on 1,912,556 MOT tests across 119,397 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
119,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 38,516
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38,107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31,691
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30,052
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FM53 SZF is a 2004 Jaguar X-type in Black with a 2,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 85,546 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 X-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,260 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FM53 SZF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar X-type typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Jaguar X-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FM53 SZF?

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What year was FM53 SZF registered?

FM53 SZF is a 2004 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 31 January 2004.

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