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HT53 HMZ

2004 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

51,008 mi
Last recorded51,008 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHT53 HMZ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 51,008 miles

Nearside Rear Lower rose bush dust cover deteriorated

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 51,004 miles

Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower rose bush dust cover deteriorated

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

Pass 7 Feb 2024 50,969 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 1 Nov 2023 50,968 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2022 47,761 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 45,727 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2020 43,247 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 38,949 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 35,143 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 32,490 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2016 30,600 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 28,971 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 25,753 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 23,112 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2012 19,859 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,695 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 15,174 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 12,075 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2008 7,467 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 7,467 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 4,885 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2007 4,885 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 24 Jan 2007 4,879 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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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HT53 HMZ is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 77,784 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 HT53 HMZ, 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 22 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HT53 HMZ registered?

HT53 HMZ is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is HT53 HMZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HT53 HMZ shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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