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MV53 DWK

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

117,483 mi
Last recorded117,483 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV53 DWK
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 117,483 miles

Advise front brake pipes corroded both sides to flexi hoses

Advise movement in both rear upper balljoints

Advise rear tie rod bushes perished both sides

Pass 15 Dec 2022 116,960 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 114,110 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2020 111,555 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion on osf brake hose

slight play in nsf inner tie rod end ball joint

slight play in nsf wheel bearing

Pass 8 Oct 2019 108,836 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2018 105,424 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2018 105,424 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2017 103,217 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 100,644 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 98,920 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Fail 10 Dec 2015 98,920 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe modified but not seriously weakened (3.6.A.3)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 97,295 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 94,683 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 91,119 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2011 84,297 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2010 66,240 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2010 66,231 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Sep 2009 55,050 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 55,046 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2008 50,127 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 47,213 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2006 37,270 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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MV53 DWK is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 MV53 DWK, 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 MV53 DWK registered?

MV53 DWK is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 14 November 2003.

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