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GX53 BXU

2003 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jan 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

98,803 mi
Last recorded98,803 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xjr86,756 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX53 BXU
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 98,803 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 98,471 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2025 98,471 miles

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 22 Dec 2023 98,208 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 97,453 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 96,127 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2020 95,320 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 93,950 miles

front brake discs corroded and worn

front road wheels corroded

near side rear tyre worn low

rear brake discs corroded, plus rear brake pads worn low

Fail 23 May 2019 93,950 miles

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

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

front brake discs corroded and worn

front road wheels corroded

near side rear tyre worn low

rear brake discs corroded, plus rear brake pads worn low

Pass 15 Jun 2018 93,895 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 92,824 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertray insecure

Pass 17 May 2016 91,558 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 91,064 miles

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 May 2014 91,036 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 84,023 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 76,069 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 70,373 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 70,315 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 65,074 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 10 Nov 2008 51,482 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 40,638 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 26,614 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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GX53 BXU is a 2003 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,756 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX53 BXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was GX53 BXU registered?

GX53 BXU is a 2003 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is GX53 BXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX53 BXU shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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