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MF53 NUA

2003 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jan 2027
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

123,257 mi
Last recorded123,257 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF53 NUA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 123,257 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2025 122,338 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Jan 2025 122,335 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2024 121,914 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front suspension components slightly corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 Jan 2024 121,908 miles

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

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front suspension components slightly corroded

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 121,229 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2023 121,227 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x2 (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Inner Drag link end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x1 (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt x2 (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 119,976 miles

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

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 118,490 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 117,588 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2019 117,588 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Jul 2018 116,661 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 115,754 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 114,159 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 112,496 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 109,370 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 106,008 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 102,619 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2011 98,500 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Jul 2011 98,500 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 91,117 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 29 Jul 2009 80,938 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2009 80,933 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Dec 2008 65,341 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2008 65,341 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 39,657 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2006 26,365 miles

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

Rear 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 NUA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NUA, 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 NUA registered?

MF53 NUA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is MF53 NUA safe to buy?

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