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NU53 AYM

2003 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2018
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

129,077 mi
Last recorded129,077 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU53 AYM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2017 129,077 miles

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

Fail 17 Jul 2017 129,077 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 28 Apr 2016 120,844 miles

Nearside Rear 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 29 Jul 2015 115,642 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 115,642 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2014 109,184 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 104,514 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 97,278 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2011 91,508 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 91,508 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 21 Sep 2010 83,162 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 76,539 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2009 76,539 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Oct 2008 69,509 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 60,145 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 60,145 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2007 58,688 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2006 46,617 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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NU53 AYM 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 72.2%.

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 NU53 AYM, 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 NU53 AYM registered?

NU53 AYM is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 27 September 2003.

Is NU53 AYM safe to buy?

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