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XJ53 SRS

2003 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2023
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

205,749 mi
Last recorded205,749 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2022
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2022 205,749 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2020 203,620 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2019 200,017 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 194,024 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2017 186,040 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 180,450 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above rear sub frame (3.6.B.2c)

air suspension fault

Fail 19 Nov 2016 180,450 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above rear sub frame (3.6.B.2c)

air suspension fault

Pass 13 Nov 2015 171,044 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 161,498 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Dec 2011 146,113 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 124,121 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 105,999 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2008 89,050 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 69,622 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 SRS is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SRS, 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 XJ53 SRS registered?

XJ53 SRS is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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