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2003 Jaguar XJ 4.2L Petrol · LE03 YSA

LE03 YSA

2003 Jaguar XJ (4.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Jul 2003. Recorded mileage 60,209 miles. MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Mar 2027.

Make & Model
JAGUAR XJ
Year / Origin
2003 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 19 Feb 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Mar 2027)
Recorded Mileage
60,209 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 4.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 19 Feb 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Mar 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2003
Engine
4196cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2003 Jaguar XJ, with a recorded mileage of 60,209 miles or roughly 2,618 miles per year, presents a situation where the vehicle is in a period of low usage, potentially indicating a pattern of neglect or less frequent maintenance. The advisory in 2026 for tyre damage and the absence of any advisories in 2025–2023 suggest a period of low usage, but the mileage context indicates it's about 23 years old—meaning it's in a period of growing usage. This could mean the car is now in a period where it's not being inspected as much, but the mileage is low, indicating a pattern of wear or a period of low usage. The recorded mileage of 60,209 miles or roughly 2,618 miles per year suggests a relatively low usage level compared to its age. This could indicate a period of low usage or a period of neglect, but the absence of any advisories in the 2025–2023 period suggests that the vehicle may not have been inspected as frequently as it should. This could mean the car is in a period where it's not being inspected, but the mileage is low, indicating a pattern of wear or a period of neglect. For the prospective buyer, the 2003 Jaguar XJ presents a situation where the vehicle is in a period of low usage, but with specific issues flagged in the advisory records. The 2026 advisory for tyre damage suggests that the car may be in a period where it's not being inspected as frequently, but the mileage is low, indicating a pattern of wear or neglect. The 2025–2023 period of no advisories suggests that the vehicle may not have been inspected as frequently as it should, but the mileage is low, indicating a period of neglect. The 2003 Jaguar XJ, with its recorded mileage of 60,209 miles or roughly 2,618 miles per year, presents a situation where the vehicle is in a period of low usage, but with specific issues flagged in the advisory records. The 2026 advisory for tyre damage suggests that the car may be in a period where it's not being inspected as frequently, but the mileage is low, indicating a pattern of wear or neglect. The 2025–2023 period of no advisories suggests that the vehicle may not have been inspected as frequently as it should, but the mileage is low, indicating a period of neglect.
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LE03 YSA Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 26/01/2026
  • 60,209 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

LE03 YSA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 10:08
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar Xj (LE03 YSA) between September 2023 and January 2026.

The record contains 4 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

LE03 YSA Mileage History

  1. 28/09/202351,345 mi
  2. 07/01/202558,413 mi+7,068 mi
  3. 20/02/202559,035 mi+622 mi
  4. 26/01/202660,209 mi+1,174 mi

Average of roughly 3,806 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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90
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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