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LY53 LGA

2003 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

53,669 mi
Last recorded53,669 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 LGA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2025 53,669 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 51,714 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5/MM (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3/MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/MM (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Jan 2024 51,714 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 5/MM (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/MM (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3/MM (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2/MM (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Jan 2023 49,726 miles

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

Pass 31 Jan 2022 47,935 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 46,091 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Wishbone bush gaiters split

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Lower Wishbone bush gaiters split

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

Fail 25 Sep 2020 46,091 miles

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))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Wishbone bush gaiters split

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Lower Wishbone bush gaiters split

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

Pass 12 Sep 2019 45,357 miles

Nearside Front Suspension unit damaged but not to excess damp (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension unit damaged but not to excess damp (5.3.5 (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 4 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2018 43,587 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2017 42,559 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 40,433 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 39,230 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 36,357 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 36,250 miles

Ride height sensor not connected O/S front

Pass 28 Nov 2012 33,503 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 32,999 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 31,265 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 27,422 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 21,981 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 5 Nov 2007 16,238 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 11,927 miles

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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LY53 LGA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 LY53 LGA, 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 LY53 LGA registered?

LY53 LGA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is LY53 LGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY53 LGA shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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