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OX53 EZO

2003 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

79,186 mi
Last recorded79,186 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOX53 EZO
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 79,186 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2024 77,447 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front slightly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 75,088 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both front slightly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Aug 2023 75,081 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All slightly cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 72,776 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material under plastic cover (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 69,890 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 69,884 miles

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 67,267 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 64,138 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 60,156 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber bottom joint has slight play

Pass 21 Aug 2017 56,020 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2016 52,305 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 48,657 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 45,193 miles

both rear tyres slightly cracked and perished

Pass 7 Aug 2013 41,770 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 37,891 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 37,887 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 34,422 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2010 30,534 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 27,219 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 11 Aug 2008 21,544 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 16,562 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2006 14,963 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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OX53 EZO is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 OX53 EZO, 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 OX53 EZO registered?

OX53 EZO is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is OX53 EZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for OX53 EZO shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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