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SO03 LSZ

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

189,562 mi
Last recorded189,562 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO03 LSZ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 189,562 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2024 187,453 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2023 171,738 miles

Offside Front reflector has damage

Pass 11 Jul 2022 156,372 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 148,491 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 148,491 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2020 130,095 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 116,545 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 108,767 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 103,639 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2016 100,358 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jun 2015 96,200 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2014 86,270 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 80,287 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2013 80,287 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2012 68,809 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 55,045 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 46,439 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2008 34,130 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 28,211 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 22,144 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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SO03 LSZ is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 SO03 LSZ, 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 SO03 LSZ registered?

SO03 LSZ is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 June 2003.

Is SO03 LSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO03 LSZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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