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W3 MDA

2003 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

70,666 mi
Last recorded70,666 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW3 MDA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2025 70,666 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged reluctor ring (1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged reluctor ring (1.6 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 64,880 miles

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn stub axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear tie bars (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2024 64,880 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn stub axle (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear tie bars (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Oct 2023 62,931 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (1.6 (e))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 61,941 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 60,627 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 60,184 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Oct 2019 59,806 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 58,578 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2017 57,243 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2016 56,019 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2016 55,135 miles

n/s wiper

Pass 12 Mar 2015 53,578 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 51,600 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 49,830 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 47,941 miles

no plates spacing

Pass 6 Apr 2011 46,320 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 46,320 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 44,819 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2009 42,961 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 41,020 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 37,592 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 37,169 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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W3 MDA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Black 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 W3 MDA, 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 W3 MDA registered?

W3 MDA is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 December 2003.

Is W3 MDA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W3 MDA 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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