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YJ03 APC

2003 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2025
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,698 mi
Last recorded39,698 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ03 APC
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2024 39,698 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated nearside and offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2023 39,215 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 38,844 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 38,393 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2020 37,325 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 37,106 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 35,226 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 34,987 miles

Offside Rear passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Pass 26 Nov 2016 33,698 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 30 Nov 2015 32,114 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 28,193 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 21,857 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 15,930 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2011 2,218 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 43,014 miles

Rear discs are excessivly pitted.

Pass 23 Oct 2009 38,635 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2009 38,635 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

body damage to nearside front wing

bonnet latchs partially seized,recommend attention

brake pad warning light,traction control warning light,engine management warning light and a n c system not available warning all on dash display,recommend further investigation

suspected air suspension system inoperative,recommend further investigation

Pass 5 Nov 2008 35,239 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2008 35,231 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

front / rear brake discs rusty on inner faces

near side front tyre wearing on inner edge close to 1.6mm

near side rear shock obsorber lower joint has slight play not excessive at time of test

Pass 27 Sep 2007 28,240 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 24,412 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2006 23,624 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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YJ03 APC is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YJ03 APC, 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 YJ03 APC registered?

YJ03 APC is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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