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MC53 HCL

2003 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

174,077 mi
Last recorded174,077 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC53 HCL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2025 174,077 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 167,599 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 158,364 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 146,348 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 135,792 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 131,327 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 116,854 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 100,967 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2017 83,839 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 68,525 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 55,934 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 50,413 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Oct 2013 47,992 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Sep 2012 44,711 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

front brake discs worn

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2011 41,927 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2011 41,927 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 20 Sep 2010 37,890 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 37,605 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2009 37,605 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2008 32,742 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 23,734 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2006 18,583 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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MC53 HCL 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 90.9%.

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 MC53 HCL, 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 MC53 HCL registered?

MC53 HCL is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is MC53 HCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC53 HCL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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