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ML03 YRW

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

116,309 mi
Last recorded116,309 miles
Recorded on4 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML03 YRW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Apr 2025 116,309 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Fail 4 Apr 2025 116,309 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 31 Mar 2022 115,850 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 113,063 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front wipers starting to smear screen

Pass 26 Mar 2020 112,142 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front wipers starting to smear screen

Pass 30 Dec 2017 112,107 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak ()

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) x2 ()

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

fuel cap outer cover missing but still sealed

Pass 28 Apr 2016 109,528 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 106,750 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 102,311 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 99,591 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 97,393 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 95,066 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 92,443 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 90,837 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 86,021 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 76,736 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 71,791 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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ML03 YRW is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 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 ML03 YRW, 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.

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What year was ML03 YRW registered?

ML03 YRW is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 April 2003.

Is ML03 YRW safe to buy?

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