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MV53 DYT

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Dec 2026
Tests26 (20 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

150,405 mi
Last recorded150,405 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 150,405 miles

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Dec 2025 150,405 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Dec 2024 149,137 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2023 146,640 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2022 144,572 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2022 144,572 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Dec 2021 143,079 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2021 143,078 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested both (4.1.2 (b))

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 26 Aug 2020 139,379 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 136,823 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 133,442 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2018 133,441 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Sep 2017 130,692 miles

Nearside Rear tyre has cracked

Offside Front fog light lamp broken

Offside Front tyre has cracked

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

slight oil leak from rear diff

Pass 6 Sep 2016 128,499 miles

Front headlamp glass misty

bonnet safety siezes

Pass 16 Sep 2015 125,946 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 120,897 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 107,087 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 94,796 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 28 Sep 2012 94,790 miles

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

Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear registration plate has a feature which changes the appearance or legibility of the characters (6.3.4c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

both front tyrs wearing uneven

gearbox sump wet

Pass 29 Sep 2011 78,540 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 78,540 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Oct 2010 63,288 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 47,498 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 41,447 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 35,131 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 26,572 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 DYT is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,967cc 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 MV53 DYT, 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 DYT registered?

MV53 DYT is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is MV53 DYT safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV53 DYT 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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