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ML53 LJE

2003 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Feb 2024
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

117,051 mi
Last recorded117,051 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML53 LJE
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2023 117,051 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 116,404 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all ferruls (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 115,637 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs pitting on outer perimeter (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all flexi ferruls/hard pipe parts showing slight corrosion (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Pass 16 Mar 2020 114,898 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 114,174 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 112,551 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 112,545 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 112,270 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 111,740 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 111,175 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 109,392 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 107,119 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2011 100,984 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 90,025 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2009 78,968 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 77,858 miles

underbody covered

Pass 5 Apr 2007 74,802 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 68,675 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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ML53 LJE is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 ML53 LJE, 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 ML53 LJE registered?

ML53 LJE is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is ML53 LJE safe to buy?

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