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WSU 518

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jul 2019
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

150,467 mi
Last recorded150,467 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWSU 518
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 150,467 miles

Front brakes binding slightly

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Fail 13 Jul 2018 150,461 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front brakes binding slightly

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

under trays fitted

Pass 21 Jun 2017 150,061 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 150,055 miles

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside Rear Air suspension levelling valve inappropriately repaired plus indicatorting fult on dash (2.4.A.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 149,231 miles

both front brke flxies corroded strong advise

Pass 16 Apr 2015 148,598 miles

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

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

Fail 14 Apr 2015 148,598 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 6 May 2014 147,236 miles

nearside and offside front tyre treads low on shoulders and inner sidewalls splitting

nearside and offside rear droplinks slight play

nearside and offside rear top arm ball joints slight play

Pass 29 Apr 2013 145,298 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 25 Apr 2013 145,298 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 140,631 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 136,400 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2010 126,533 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2010 126,533 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2009 99,729 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 66,251 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2007 41,416 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 39,797 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 29,457 miles

nail in n/s/r/ tyre

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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WSU 518 is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 WSU 518, 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 WSU 518 registered?

WSU 518 is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 27 June 2003.

Is WSU 518 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WSU 518 shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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