2003 Jaguar XJ 4.2L Petrol · VO53 HHL
2003 Jaguar XJ (4.2L, petrol). First registered 12 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 91,627 miles. MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,627 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 4.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
VO53 HHL Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/10/2025
- 91,627 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 7 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension 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.
VO53 HHL Mileage History
- 02/09/200623,266 mi
- 02/09/200623,266 mi
- 21/08/200729,498 mi+6,232 mi
- 10/09/200834,945 mi+5,447 mi
- 14/09/200941,008 mi+6,063 mi
- 13/09/201046,183 mi+5,175 mi
- 07/09/201150,940 mi+4,757 mi
- 08/09/201150,944 mi+4 mi
- 07/09/201255,953 mi+5,009 mi
- 02/09/201359,400 mi+3,447 mi
- 04/09/201463,827 mi+4,427 mi
- 08/09/201567,041 mi+3,214 mi
- 07/09/201670,705 mi+3,664 mi
- 10/09/201670,705 mi
- 11/09/201773,914 mi+3,209 mi
- 10/09/201877,373 mi+3,459 mi
- 17/09/201877,561 mi+188 mi
- 06/09/201980,775 mi+3,214 mi
- 06/09/201980,775 mi
- 07/09/202082,843 mi+2,068 mi
- 07/09/202082,843 mi
- 17/09/2021109,269 mi+26,426 mi
- 21/10/202287,063 mi-22,206 mi
- 21/10/202287,063 mi
- 20/10/202390,395 mi+3,332 mi
- 21/10/202491,046 mi+651 mi
- 30/10/202591,627 mi+581 mi
Average of roughly 3,568 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
VO53 HHL MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Jaguar Xj (VO53 HHL) between September 2006 and October 2025.
The record contains 20 passes and 7 failures.
The most recent test on 30 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (15 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (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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- 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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