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BC04 XBJ

2004 Jaguar X-type

Red Petrol 2496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

85,063 mi
Last recorded85,063 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar X-type85,546 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC04 XBJ
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,496cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 85,063 miles

Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened NSR / OSR Cups/arms (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Coil spring corroded NSR / OSR (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 81,940 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 81,940 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both smeering (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 79,495 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 76,814 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2022 74,864 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 73,664 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 72,928 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 69,796 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 65,363 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2018 65,361 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 61,899 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 18 Jul 2017 61,899 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jul 2016 58,937 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 54,710 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 51,646 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2013 47,833 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jul 2012 43,652 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 38,777 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 34,178 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 29,220 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 23,297 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 19,151 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar X-type?

Based on 1,912,556 MOT tests across 119,397 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
5,891
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
119,397
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,260
Brake pipe excessively corroded 38,516
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 38,107
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 31,691
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 30,052
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BC04 XBJ is a 2004 Jaguar X-type in Red with a 2,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 85,546 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar X-type fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,260 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BC04 XBJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar X-type typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 22 years old, this Jaguar X-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BC04 XBJ?

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What year was BC04 XBJ registered?

BC04 XBJ is a 2004 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 21 July 2004.

Is BC04 XBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC04 XBJ shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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