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BJ54 XEX

2004 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

49,101 mi
Last recorded49,101 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ54 XEX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 49,101 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 47,418 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2021 47,418 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rusted and worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rusted and worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rusted and worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc significantly and obviously worn rusted and worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre is cracked to the cords on the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed tyre is cracked to the cords on the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

rear inner brake pads are wearing

Pass 1 Jul 2020 42,220 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

front & rear brake discs corroded

rear tyres close to wear bars

Pass 22 Mar 2019 40,448 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 27 Feb 2018 38,222 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 27 Mar 2017 36,913 miles

engine covers & under trays fitted,unable to check some components

Pass 9 Oct 2015 34,627 miles

engine covers and undertrays fitted, unable to check some components

oil leak

Pass 15 Sep 2014 33,547 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Sep 2013 32,660 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Sep 2012 31,958 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 31,242 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2010 27,311 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 25,472 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 23,407 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 19,966 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 19,961 miles

Nearside Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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BJ54 XEX is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 77,784 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BJ54 XEX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 22 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BJ54 XEX registered?

BJ54 XEX is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 15 October 2004.

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The MOT history for BJ54 XEX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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