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YF53 TMU

2003 Jaguar X-type

Blue Diesel 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

101,472 mi
Last recorded101,472 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Jaguar X-type73,025 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF53 TMU
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 101,472 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 101,047 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 May 2017 93,872 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 85,511 miles
Fail 12 May 2016 85,511 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Oct 2015 82,857 miles

water leaks

Fail 28 Oct 2015 82,857 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

water leaks

Pass 21 Oct 2014 76,512 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Nov 2013 68,699 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 24 Oct 2012 60,973 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 60,973 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 59,222 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 54,399 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2010 54,399 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 50,085 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2008 45,274 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 45,274 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2007 42,065 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 34,285 miles

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

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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YF53 TMU is a 2003 Jaguar X-type in Blue with a 1,988cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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

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 YF53 TMU, 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

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What year was YF53 TMU registered?

YF53 TMU is a 2003 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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The MOT history for YF53 TMU shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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