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ML53 YXA

2003 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

54,443 mi
Last recorded54,443 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2016 54,443 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 49,308 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 47,753 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2014 47,753 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 43,446 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 39,908 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Aug 2011 36,934 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 19 Aug 2010 33,799 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2010 33,799 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 33,348 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 32,489 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 32,489 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 30,741 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2007 30,741 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 14 Dec 2006 22,688 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 YXA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 ML53 YXA, 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 YXA registered?

ML53 YXA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 October 2003.

Is ML53 YXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML53 YXA shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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