2003 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Petrol · SN53 TLX
2003 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, petrol). First registered 12/12/2003. Recorded mileage 126,880 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Edinburgh
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18/03/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 126,880 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2967cc
SN53 TLX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/03/2025
- 126,880 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: 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.
SN53 TLX Mileage History
- 03/03/2023122,537 mi
- 16/03/2023122,538 mi+1 mi
- 08/03/2024124,128 mi+1,590 mi
- 13/03/2024124,128 mi
- 18/03/2025126,880 mi+2,752 mi
Average of roughly 2,126 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SN53 TLX 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 (SN53 TLX) between March 2023 and March 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 18 March 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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