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MX53 VTN

2003 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

137,156 mi
Last recorded137,156 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 VTN
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 137,156 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 132,953 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

o/s/r bumper amber reflector missing

Pass 6 Dec 2022 121,903 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 116,769 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 111,545 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 106,536 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2019 106,535 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/r lower arm bush split. (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 99,589 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2017 93,006 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 83,714 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 30 Dec 2016 83,714 miles

Bonnet retaining device insecure (8.4.2)

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Oct 2015 80,306 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 77,030 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2013 75,291 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 70,187 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 64,576 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 57,391 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 23 Oct 2009 50,521 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2008 42,928 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 20 Oct 2008 42,928 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 37,252 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 30,266 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 VTN is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VTN, 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 VTN registered?

MX53 VTN is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 27 October 2003.

Is MX53 VTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 VTN shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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