2003 Jaguar XJ 4.2L Petrol · TAJ 490R
2003 Jaguar XJ (4.2L, petrol). First registered 30/07/2003. Recorded mileage 246,413 miles. MOT valid until 22/12/2026.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 4196cc
TAJ 490R Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/12/2025
- 246,413 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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TAJ 490R Mileage History
- 12/01/2023237,340 mi
- 12/01/2023237,340 mi
- 05/11/2024243,633 mi+6,293 mi
- 05/11/2024243,633 mi
- 23/12/2025246,413 mi+2,780 mi
Average of roughly 3,079 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
TAJ 490R MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar Xj (TAJ 490R) between January 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: JAGUAR XJ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Air Suspension Failure(Serious)
Air struts leak or the compressor fails to reach pressure, leaving the car "slammed" on its bump stops.
- Aluminum Corrosion (X350)(Moderate)
Although it won’t rust like steel, the X350 suffers from galvanic corrosion, appearing as bubbling paint around the wheel arches and boot lid.
- ZF Gearbox Surging & Lurch(Moderate)
The ZF six-speed automatic gearbox can develop surging on light throttle at 30-50mph and harsh lurching into gear when coming to a stop. This is typically caused by torque converter clutch issues or outdated TCM software and can often be resolved with a software reflash and fresh fluid.
- Door Lock & Window Regulator Failures(Moderate)
The door lock actuators and window regulators are common failure points on the X350. Lock failures can leave doors stuck in the double-locked position, while window regulators fail with the cable-driven mechanism snapping or the motor burning out.
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