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MX53 VTF

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jan 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

107,559 mi
Last recorded107,559 miles
Recorded on9 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 VTF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Jan 2019 107,559 miles

front brake pads worn low

front suspension front arms inner bushes starting to split/ wear

rear antiroll bar link rods cover boots starting to crack/ perish

rear indicator bulbs starting to discolour

rear suspension lower arms bushes starting to split/ wear and slight movement

rear suspension units lower mounting bushes slight movement

slight oil leak

slight play in steering rack

small stone chips in front windscreen

Pass 12 Dec 2017 98,301 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 22 Dec 2016 94,798 miles

Front brake slight uneven application

Offside Rear caliper damp

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (1.4.A.2f)

all tyres perished

windscreen damage

Pass 30 Dec 2015 91,757 miles

Nearside front and rear wheels bind when turned by hand

Nearside number plate light lense missing

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured nearside and offside (1.4.A.2f)

damage to windscreen

oil leak

Pass 10 Jan 2015 87,944 miles

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 9 Jan 2014 86,089 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2014 86,089 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 13 Dec 2012 85,655 miles

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 77,853 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 67,523 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 51,913 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 37,571 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 22,638 miles

O/S/R TYRE TREAD WORN LOW IN THE CENTRE SECTION

Pass 19 Sep 2006 18,961 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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MX53 VTF is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MX53 VTF, 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 MX53 VTF registered?

MX53 VTF is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is MX53 VTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 VTF shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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