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WA53 KJY

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2019
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

162,409 mi
Last recorded162,409 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA53 KJY
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2018 162,409 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 9 Oct 2018 162,407 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 158,890 miles

engine lower cover broken and insecure. (removed)

front number plate damaged

rear number plate delaminating

Fail 27 Sep 2017 158,887 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, front section (marked in yellow chalk) (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

engine lower cover broken and insecure. (removed)

front number plate damaged

rear number plate delaminating

Fail 14 Sep 2017 158,622 miles

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

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

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

front brake pads getting low

Pass 23 Sep 2016 144,649 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 123,131 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2015 123,083 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 106,994 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 106,994 miles

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 95,643 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 9 Sep 2013 95,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 4 Sep 2013 95,623 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn shock absorber pivot (2.7.4)

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 86,992 miles

advise wiper blade replacement

Pass 8 Sep 2011 78,373 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 67,753 miles

advise ns washer weak

advise nsr tyre near 1;6mm limit

Pass 7 Sep 2009 53,008 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 51,126 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 44,766 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 41,611 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 28,000 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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WA53 KJY is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WA53 KJY, 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 WA53 KJY registered?

WA53 KJY is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WA53 KJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for WA53 KJY shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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