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Jaguar XJ

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,967 cc

LB53 ZXZMOT history

LB53 ZXZ is a grey petrol Jaguar XJ first used on 30 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 18 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 168,036 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Nov 2026
Mileage
168,036 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,318 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 ZXZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Jaguar
Model
XJ
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,967 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 ZXZ was last recorded at 168,036 miles on 21 Oct 2025, 8,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,229 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
8,807 miles
Average per year
8,318 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,036 miles
  • 2024 – 159,229 miles
  • 2023 – 150,511 miles
  • 2022 – 142,035 miles
  • 2021 – 132,835 miles
  • 2020 – 123,007 miles
  • 2019 – 112,481 miles
  • 2018 – 100,749 miles
  • 2017 – 89,788 miles
  • 2016 – 80,504 miles
  • 2015 – 66,804 miles
  • 2014 – 62,898 miles
  • 2013 – 52,649 miles
  • 2012 – 46,175 miles
  • 2011 – 38,498 miles
  • 2010 – 32,119 miles
  • 2009 – 24,761 miles
  • 2008 – 16,913 miles
  • 2007 – 11,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,036 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end dust cover severely deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end dust cover severely deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower wishbone inner rear bush joint severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone inner rear bus/joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge close to being excessive (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone outer lower bush/joint worn close to being excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,036 miles (+8,807)5 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    168,036 miles
    Test number
    487137989714
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end dust cover severely deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end dust cover severely deteriorated (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated lower wishbone inner rear bush joint severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone inner rear bus/joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge close to being excessive (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone outer lower bush/joint worn close to being excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass159,229 miles (+8,718)6 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    159,229 miles
    Test number
    597002026081
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective dip beam lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone swivel joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone inner rear joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective dip beam lens (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone inner rear and lower outer joint dust covers (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone inner rear joint dust cover (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear fuel tank straps corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cut in outer tread pattern (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush worn close to excessive (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rigid brake pipe from abs unit to flexi pipe corroded close to excessive also corroded in clips (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bush worn close to excessive (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone lower outer bush/joint has play close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass150,511 miles (+8,476)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    150,511 miles
    Test number
    554026817530
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush worn close to excessive (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush worn close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule rigid pipes of flexi corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rigid pipe leading to flexi corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement outer bush worn close to excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush worn close to excessive (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass142,035 miles (+9,200)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    142,035 miles
    Test number
    460927254740
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and lower (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush worn close to being excessive (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear worn close to being excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower worn close to being excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded leading to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush worn close to being excessive (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear worn close to being excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower worn close to being excessive (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass132,835 miles (+37)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    132,835 miles
    Test number
    502163916441
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides rear lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail132,798 miles (+9,791)1 dangerous6 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,798 miles
    Test number
    799901449073
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged severely cracked (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorNearside Front Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Dipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tracking rod joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tracking rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tracking rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated tracking rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush worn close to excess (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower worn close to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear worn close to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush worn close to excess (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower worn close to excess (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake pedal seems long in travel

  7. Pass123,007 miles (+10,526)2 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    123,007 miles
    Test number
    429884395460
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s/r to n/s/r (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake effieciency only just met requirement

  8. Pass112,481 miles (+11,732)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,481 miles
    Test number
    137343903782
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated all dust covers both rear lower arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorSuspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both rear tie rods (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both rear lower (5.3.2 (c))

  9. Pass100,749 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,749 miles
    Test number
    899122069231
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail100,749 miles (+10,961)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,749 miles
    Test number
    429239341676
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass89,788 miles (+9,284)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    89,788 miles
    Test number
    447556012442
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 3.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass80,504 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,504 miles
    Test number
    889728720959
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade split.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail80,504 miles (+13,700)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,504 miles
    Test number
    801753727796
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside wiper blade split.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass66,804 miles (+3,906)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    66,804 miles
    Test number
    238442385155
    • NoteCorrosion to front and rear discs

  15. Pass62,898 miles (+1,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    62,898 miles
    Test number
    125975524390
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail61,014 miles (+8,365)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,014 miles
    Test number
    835016994236
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass52,649 miles (+6,474)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    52,649 miles
    Test number
    677601703335
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass46,175 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    46,175 miles
    Test number
    458495522444
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE WORN DOWN TO 2.5mm.
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS SHOWING SOME WEAR AND DETERIORATION ON THERE INNER BRAKE SURFACES.

  19. Fail46,175 miles (+1,612)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,175 miles
    Test number
    538765622363
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • NoteN/S/F TYRE WORN DOWN TO 2.5mm.
    • NoteREAR BRAKE DISCS SHOWING SOME WEAR AND DETERIORATION ON THERE INNER BRAKE SURFACES.

  20. Pass44,563 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    44,563 miles
    Test number
    506140022273
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail44,559 miles (+6,061)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,559 miles
    Test number
    439970722285
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass38,498 miles (+6,379)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    38,498 miles
    Test number
    558423011290
    • NoteFront Discs Are Lipped
    • NoteRear Discs Are Corroded And Pitted

  23. Pass32,119 miles (+7,358)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    32,119 miles
    Test number
    622750990156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass24,761 miles (+7,848)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    24,761 miles
    Test number
    872907789140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass16,913 miles (+1,223)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    16,913 miles
    Test number
    621353688109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,690 miles (+3,705)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,690 miles
    Test number
    292056518026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass11,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    11,985 miles
    Test number
    932867817014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 ZXZ

Does LB53 ZXZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 ZXZ is valid until 18 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB53 ZXZ?
The MOT on LB53 ZXZ is valid until 18 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB53 ZXZ done?
LB53 ZXZ was recorded at 168,036 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2025, an average of 8,318 miles a year.
Has LB53 ZXZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 ZXZ has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB53 ZXZ ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 ZXZ find?
LB53 ZXZ passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2025 with 5 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated wishbone ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt track rod end dust cover severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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