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R5 EGC

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2023
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

84,495 mi
Last recorded84,495 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2022
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR5 EGC
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2022 84,495 miles

Fuel tank slightly loose tank strap corroded (6.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material multiple pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 84,302 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 83,815 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 83,628 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 15 Jun 2018 83,609 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 80,744 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 74,381 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 70,364 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 68,086 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 63,873 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 62,224 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 59,304 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 54,105 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 52,600 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 46,455 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 46,455 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 34,774 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 30,103 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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R5 EGC is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R5 EGC, 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 R5 EGC registered?

R5 EGC is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 May 2003.

Is R5 EGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R5 EGC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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