2004 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Petrol · RN53 VVT
2004 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, petrol). First registered 31/01/2004. Recorded mileage 179,383 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Reading
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/11/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 179,383 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 2967cc
RN53 VVT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/11/2024
- 179,383 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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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.
RN53 VVT Mileage History
- 03/09/2021145,785 mi
- 29/11/2022158,711 mi+12,926 mi
- 08/11/2023169,390 mi+10,679 mi
- 09/11/2023169,390 mi
- 01/11/2024179,383 mi+9,993 mi
Average of roughly 10,624 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
RN53 VVT 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 2004 Jaguar Xj (RN53 VVT) between September 2021 and November 2024.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure 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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