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LX53 WVM

2003 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

61,735 mi
Last recorded61,735 miles
Recorded on4 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX53 WVM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 May 2026 61,735 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 60,073 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 59,933 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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))

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

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

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

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))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Sep 2023 59,713 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 59,373 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2021 59,041 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 58,758 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 58,742 miles

off side rear tie bar rubbers perished

Pass 18 Sep 2018 57,631 miles

off side rear tie bar rubbers perished

Pass 12 Sep 2017 54,879 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 52,906 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 50,412 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 47,956 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 45,032 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 40,577 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 40,567 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 19 Sep 2011 36,676 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 35,930 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 34,901 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 31,046 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 26,314 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 21,263 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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LX53 WVM is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 LX53 WVM, 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

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What year was LX53 WVM registered?

LX53 WVM is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 11 September 2003.

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The MOT history for LX53 WVM shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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