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MV53 ZYJ

2003 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2025
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

72,629 mi
Last recorded72,629 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2024
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMV53 ZYJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2024 72,629 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 69,568 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2022 68,555 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 68,364 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 65,962 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 62,870 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 58,623 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 55,197 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 51,268 miles
Pass 13 May 2014 47,154 miles
Pass 10 May 2013 43,397 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 39,200 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 26 May 2010 31,233 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 27,379 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 27,379 miles

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 15 May 2008 23,752 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 23,644 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Aug 2006 16,036 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 ZYJ is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 ZYJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MV53 ZYJ registered?

MV53 ZYJ is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 24 September 2003.

Is MV53 ZYJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for MV53 ZYJ shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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