2003 Jaguar XJ 4.2L Petrol · MP03 BWE
2003 Jaguar XJ (4.2L, petrol). First registered 01/04/2003. Recorded mileage 107,404 miles. MOT valid until 27/10/2026. Taxed until 01/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/03/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,404 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 4196cc
MP03 BWE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/10/2025
- 107,404 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring windscreen items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar XJ (X350/X351)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MP03 BWE Mileage History
- 27/11/202399,293 mi
- 05/12/202399,295 mi+2 mi
- 28/11/2024104,707 mi+5,412 mi
- 28/10/2025107,404 mi+2,697 mi
- 28/10/2025107,404 mi
Average of roughly 4,226 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
MP03 BWE 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 (MP03 BWE) between November 2023 and October 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Windscreen (3 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 5 advisory notices are 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”; “Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))”.
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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