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MR02 AJS

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

161,837 mi
Last recorded161,837 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR02 AJS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 161,837 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess both sides of vehicle (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 161,836 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess both sides of vehicle (1.1.15 (a))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod ball joint has slight play both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jan 2025 150,573 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated hub ball joint to lower arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement also gaitors perished, both sides of vehicle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 140,213 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2023 129,864 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 121,181 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2021 121,181 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jan 2021 113,398 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2021 113,398 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 102,210 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 92,579 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2018 92,579 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 4 Jul 2017 83,992 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2016 73,298 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 73,298 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 58,205 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2015 58,205 miles

Nearside Front Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2014 49,373 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 45,853 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 44,415 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 43,578 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 41,571 miles

unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 27 Apr 2009 39,517 miles

sill covers and undershields fitted

Pass 23 May 2008 38,039 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 34,860 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 30,677 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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MR02 AJS is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MR02 AJS, 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 MR02 AJS registered?

MR02 AJS is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 May 2003.

Is MR02 AJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MR02 AJS shows 26 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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