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OE53 SMV

2003 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,814 mi
Last recorded115,814 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE53 SMV
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2017 115,814 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 114,988 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 103,944 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 103,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Dec 2014 89,571 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 83,440 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 71,212 miles

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

Fail 31 May 2012 71,212 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

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

Fail 8 Feb 2011 66,975 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 66,975 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 51,115 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2007 24,033 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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OE53 SMV is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 OE53 SMV, 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.

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What year was OE53 SMV registered?

OE53 SMV is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is OE53 SMV safe to buy?

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