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MK53 PLJ

2003 Jaguar Xjr

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2024
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

276,095 mi
Last recorded276,095 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xjr86,756 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK53 PLJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2023 276,095 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 276,033 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2021 273,984 miles

all brake discs have surface rust from lack of use

Fail 13 Jul 2021 273,984 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

all brake discs have surface rust from lack of use

Pass 21 Jun 2018 266,287 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2018 266,287 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 May 2017 264,066 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 260,997 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 260,956 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Apr 2015 260,109 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Apr 2015 260,088 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Nov 2013 257,242 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 254,365 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 252,582 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 252,548 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 10 Aug 2010 239,075 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 205,852 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2009 204,681 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Sep 2008 170,959 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 170,959 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 16 Aug 2007 140,718 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2006 100,308 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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MK53 PLJ is a 2003 Jaguar Xjr in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 86,756 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 Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MK53 PLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 23 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was MK53 PLJ registered?

MK53 PLJ is a 2003 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 4 September 2003.

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