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YC53 GCN

2003 Jaguar X-type

Grey Petrol 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

31,136 mi
Last recorded31,136 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar X-type73,025 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC53 GCN
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 31,136 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

No reverse lights

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2023 31,125 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2022 31,046 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Slight damage to front number plate

Pass 26 Jul 2017 30,187 miles

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering parts unable to check

Fail 26 Jul 2017 30,187 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge

engine covers and undertrays fitted covering parts unable to check

Pass 3 Aug 2016 29,197 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 28,385 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 22 Jul 2014 27,081 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 26,628 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 24,869 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 24,370 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2009 22,731 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 20,848 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 16,965 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar X-type?

Based on 1,912,556 MOT tests across 119,397 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
119,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 38,516
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38,107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31,691
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30,052
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YC53 GCN is a 2003 Jaguar X-type in Grey with a 2,495cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 73,025 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar X-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,260 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YC53 GCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar X-type typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 23 years old, this Jaguar X-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YC53 GCN?

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What year was YC53 GCN registered?

YC53 GCN is a 2003 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is YC53 GCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for YC53 GCN shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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