2003 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Petrol · ST53 DZD
2003 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, petrol). First registered 30/09/2003. Recorded mileage 158,264 miles. MOT valid until 04/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Dundee
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 158,264 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2967cc
ST53 DZD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/03/2026
- 158,264 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: 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.
ST53 DZD Mileage History
- 24/02/2023134,487 mi
- 19/02/2024137,488 mi+3,001 mi
- 26/02/2025148,758 mi+11,270 mi
- 23/02/2026158,258 mi+9,500 mi
- 05/03/2026158,264 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 7,860 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
ST53 DZD 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 (ST53 DZD) between February 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 05 March 2026 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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