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MF53 LSX

2003 Jaguar Xj

Beige Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

48,937 mi
Last recorded48,937 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 LSX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 48,937 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 46,934 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 45,646 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective all starting to fade (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Fail 24 Aug 2023 45,646 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Headlamp lens slightly defective all starting to fade (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high reset aim (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2022 43,695 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 41,785 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 40,020 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2019 37,772 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 35,480 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 33,416 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2017 33,416 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 31,038 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)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,927 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 26,754 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 24,673 miles

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

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)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 22,569 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osr brake pipe to caliper corroded

Pass 24 Aug 2011 20,124 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 20,124 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

rear tyres perishing

undertray fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 17 Aug 2010 17,878 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 17,878 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 5 Aug 2009 15,383 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2009 15,383 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 12,842 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2007 10,279 miles

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

Pass 17 Aug 2006 7,113 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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MF53 LSX is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Beige with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MF53 LSX, 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 MF53 LSX registered?

MF53 LSX is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is MF53 LSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF53 LSX shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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