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LR53 VBD

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

53,452 mi
Last recorded53,452 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VBD
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 53,452 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 51,609 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2024 51,609 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 50,038 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 48,523 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2021 47,372 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2020 46,733 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 45,303 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 43,249 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 41,404 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2016 40,259 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2015 39,156 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 35,896 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 33,028 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 30,757 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 28,780 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 26,001 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 23,702 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 21,874 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 19,752 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 17,552 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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LR53 VBD is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 LR53 VBD, 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

How do I check the history of LR53 VBD?

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What year was LR53 VBD registered?

LR53 VBD is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is LR53 VBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 VBD shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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