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BG55 CAO

2005 Jaguar X-type

Green Diesel 2198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

136,364 mi
Last recorded136,364 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar X-type88,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 CAO
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,198cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 136,364 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Sep 2025 136,364 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2024 127,771 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Sep 2024 127,771 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2023 109,938 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2023 109,911 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Reverse light not working

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Split (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Side light not working

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 31 Mar 2022 109,886 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 109,871 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2021 109,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2019 101,858 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 91,201 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2018 91,201 miles

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 82,808 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 74,900 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 70,053 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 63,284 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 56,914 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 46,233 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 37,006 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 34,080 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 27,975 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 23,283 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

rear tyres on 3mm

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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BG55 CAO is a 2005 Jaguar X-type in Green with a 2,198cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar X-type models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.1% with a typical mileage of 88,116 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 BG55 CAO, 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 21 years old, this Jaguar X-type is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BG55 CAO registered?

BG55 CAO is a 2005 Jaguar X-type, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BG55 CAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 CAO shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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