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YV03 XVY

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

129,155 mi
Last recorded129,155 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYV03 XVY
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Fail 18 Mar 2025 129,155 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2023 124,995 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2023 124,824 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2022 113,857 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 113,842 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 111,274 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2015 108,434 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2014 103,266 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 97,715 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2013 97,715 miles

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Inner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2012 91,945 miles

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

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

front tyres scrubbing on inside edges

unable to see rear brake lining condition

Pass 8 Nov 2011 85,738 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 81,655 miles

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 70,632 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2009 70,395 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2008 56,615 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2008 56,614 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2007 42,947 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 29,883 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 28,939 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2006 27,058 miles

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

nail in tyre

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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YV03 XVY is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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

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 YV03 XVY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YV03 XVY registered?

YV03 XVY is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 June 2003.

Is YV03 XVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for YV03 XVY shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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