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SM53 CUW

2003 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

100,777 mi
Last recorded100,777 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM53 CUW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 100,777 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2024 100,177 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2023 98,212 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 96,489 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 95,646 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 94,950 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2020 94,034 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2019 90,908 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2018 89,635 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 86,278 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded o/s/f in engine bay surface (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2016 82,344 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 78,807 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 75,555 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 75,160 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

near side front bumper reflector has damage

Fail 17 May 2013 75,158 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

damage to n/s/f bumper reflector

Pass 20 Jun 2007 45,936 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 37,266 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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SM53 CUW is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 SM53 CUW, 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 SM53 CUW registered?

SM53 CUW is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is SM53 CUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM53 CUW shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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