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NGB 89

2003 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

54,044 mi
Last recorded54,044 miles
Recorded on9 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNGB 89
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 May 2018 54,044 miles
Fail 1 May 2018 54,044 miles

Electronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Apr 2017 53,456 miles

Front brake discs rusty and pitted.

Rear brake discs rusty and pitted.

Fail 21 Apr 2017 53,456 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake discs rusty and pitted.

Rear brake discs rusty and pitted.

Pass 2 Jun 2015 53,194 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 53,194 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 48,896 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2014 48,896 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 14 Feb 2013 44,401 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 36,554 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 31,555 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 27,330 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 24,514 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 16,603 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 16,603 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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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NGB 89 is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NGB 89, 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 NGB 89 registered?

NGB 89 is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 27 May 2003.

Is NGB 89 safe to buy?

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