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VA53 TYF

2004 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Apr 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

176,991 mi
Last recorded176,991 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2025
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA53 TYF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2025 176,991 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 174,427 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 168,263 miles

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

both handbrake cables corroded

under body plastic covers

Pass 11 Mar 2021 160,947 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive nearside driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2021 160,909 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Fluid leak, but not excessive nearside driveshaft oil seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 157,415 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 150,875 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 143,130 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 131,380 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 124,083 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2014 108,199 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 97,189 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jun 2013 96,977 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2012 83,799 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 73,006 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 65,145 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 56,902 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 46,924 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 36,466 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2007 32,802 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2007 32,802 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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VA53 TYF is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 77,784 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 VA53 TYF, 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 22 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VA53 TYF?

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What year was VA53 TYF registered?

VA53 TYF is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 February 2004.

Is VA53 TYF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA53 TYF shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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