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YH53 VDN

2003 Jaguar X-type

Black Petrol 2099cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

178,340 mi
Last recorded178,340 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Jaguar X-type73,025 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYH53 VDN
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,099cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2014 178,340 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml on

Fail 15 Aug 2014 178,388 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml on

Pass 26 Nov 2013 173,269 miles

Oil leak

engine management warning light

Pass 19 Apr 2012 139,550 miles

coolant low

engine management warning light on

Fail 17 Apr 2012 139,550 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

coolant low

engine management warning light on

Pass 7 Apr 2011 118,137 miles

Oil leak

coolant level v.low

rear registration plate lights dim

Pass 12 Apr 2010 100,119 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2009 81,682 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 5 Dec 2007 64,181 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Sep 2006 45,390 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2006 45,390 miles

Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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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YH53 VDN is a 2003 Jaguar X-type in Black with a 2,099cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 YH53 VDN, 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 YH53 VDN registered?

YH53 VDN is a 2003 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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