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A15 HBC

2003 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

134,597 mi
Last recorded134,597 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Jaguar Xj80,834 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA15 HBC
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 134,597 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2025 134,543 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2024 134,039 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2024 134,005 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 133,579 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2023 133,522 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 132,772 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 132,730 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2022 132,675 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2021 131,713 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 128,910 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 128,902 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 126,990 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 126,925 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 124,904 miles
Fail 6 May 2017 124,843 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 110,135 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 100,014 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 89,568 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 76,328 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Oil leak

Pass 21 Apr 2010 70,714 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Fail 21 Apr 2010 70,714 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2009 63,949 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 55,188 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2007 37,969 miles

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

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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A15 HBC is a 2003 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 A15 HBC, 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

How do I check the history of A15 HBC?

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What year was A15 HBC registered?

A15 HBC is a 2003 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 11 April 2003.

Is A15 HBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for A15 HBC shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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