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LR53 VXF

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Sep 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

86,806 mi
Last recorded86,806 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR53 VXF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 86,806 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2024 84,455 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 84,455 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Sep 2023 80,368 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2023 80,361 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 26 Aug 2022 79,568 miles

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

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

Fail 15 Aug 2022 79,401 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2021 78,579 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 78,331 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 78,087 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 76,872 miles
Pass 14 May 2018 76,255 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 73,791 miles

Advise rear brake discs corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 May 2016 70,664 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 7 May 2015 66,041 miles

Advise both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 2 May 2014 60,056 miles

rear both sides lower suspension rose joints slight play

Pass 12 Apr 2013 50,063 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2012 48,666 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 43,005 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 39,975 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 36,159 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2008 32,951 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 32,943 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 27,359 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2007 27,347 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2006 21,167 miles

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

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

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 VXF is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 VXF, 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 VXF?

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What year was LR53 VXF registered?

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

Is LR53 VXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR53 VXF shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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