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XJ53 CAT

2003 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

48,500 mi
Last recorded48,500 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXJ53 CAT
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 48,500 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 47,660 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 47,069 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2022 46,695 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 46,422 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 46,065 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 46,052 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

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Pass 19 Aug 2019 45,753 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 44,961 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 40,267 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 35,280 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 28,976 miles

both rear brake discs slightly corroded on the inner surfaces

Pass 3 Sep 2014 28,779 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 28,779 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 28,672 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 27,619 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 26,518 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2010 25,949 miles

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

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

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

Pass 25 Aug 2009 23,744 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 21,490 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Sep 2007 17,915 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 14,446 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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XJ53 CAT is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 XJ53 CAT, 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

How do I check the history of XJ53 CAT?

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What year was XJ53 CAT registered?

XJ53 CAT is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 5 September 2003.

Is XJ53 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for XJ53 CAT shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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