2003 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Lpg · R88 HED
2003 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, lpg). First registered 05 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 105,055 miles. MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,055 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required
- Fuel & Engine
- LPG · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
R88 HED Key Findings
- 24 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/08/2026
- 105,055 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (15 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.
R88 HED Mileage History
- 17/05/200625,766 mi
- 09/05/200733,358 mi+7,592 mi
- 09/06/200837,324 mi+3,966 mi
- 12/06/200940,189 mi+2,865 mi
- 12/06/200940,189 mi
- 23/07/201045,081 mi+4,892 mi
- 12/07/201148,756 mi+3,675 mi
- 19/07/201254,725 mi+5,969 mi
- 20/07/201254,725 mi
- 20/07/201361,370 mi+6,645 mi
- 02/07/201466,010 mi+4,640 mi
- 28/07/201570,050 mi+4,040 mi
- 27/07/201674,225 mi+4,175 mi
- 24/07/201778,395 mi+4,170 mi
- 23/07/201883,011 mi+4,616 mi
- 07/08/201986,909 mi+3,898 mi
- 28/09/202093,070 mi+6,161 mi
- 28/09/202093,070 mi
- 21/09/202195,968 mi+2,898 mi
- 04/10/202195,972 mi+4 mi
- 04/10/2022100,124 mi+4,152 mi
- 11/01/2024100,267 mi+143 mi
- 02/01/2025101,550 mi+1,283 mi
- 22/08/2026105,055 mi+3,505 mi
Average of roughly 3,912 miles per year across 24 recorded odometer readings.
R88 HED MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar Xj (R88 HED) between May 2006 and August 2026.
The record contains 20 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 22 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (15 issues), Brakes (14 issues), Lighting (6 issues), Steering (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 33 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: “Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Brake valve leaking (1.1.7 (d) (i))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”.
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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- Air Suspension FailureSerious
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 & LurchModerate
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.
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