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BG55 CAX

2005 Jaguar X-type

Blue Petrol 1988cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

159,426 mi
Last recorded159,426 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Jaguar X-type88,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 CAX
MakeJaguar
ModelX-type
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,988cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2017 159,426 miles

Front brake discs rusty and poor

Front brake pads low

Pass 30 Sep 2016 151,653 miles

all discs poor / worn

both rear tyres on limit

underside of car rusty

Pass 25 Sep 2015 143,337 miles

Slight play in suspension

Pass 19 Sep 2014 136,545 miles

all tyres on limit at time of test

slight play in suspension

Pass 27 Sep 2013 128,047 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 29 Sep 2012 121,731 miles

Brake foot pedal sinks but still has some reserve travel

Hand brake lever high

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Undertray preventing a full mot inspection

Fail 28 Sep 2012 121,731 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Brake foot pedal sinks but still has some reserve travel

Hand brake lever high

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Off side front tyre has a split on the outer side wall

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Undertray preventing a full mot inspection

Pass 16 Sep 2011 113,821 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 100,498 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 20 Sep 2010 100,483 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 84,763 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Sep 2009 84,747 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Sep 2008 67,061 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 23 Sep 2008 67,061 miles

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

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 CAX is a 2005 Jaguar X-type in Blue with a 1,988cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CAX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG55 CAX registered?

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

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