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BL04 XMS

2004 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

145,861 mi
Last recorded145,861 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL04 XMS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2026 145,861 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Foremost area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Foremost mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear near rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Footwell/ inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Jul 2026 145,596 miles

Emissions unable to be completed unable to road test due to tyres and corrosion (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Chassis leg. behind strut. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Foremost area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Foremost mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear near rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Footwell/ inner sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRacked on outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Jul 2025 140,462 miles

General corrosion at usual places for this type and age of vehicle

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Jun 2025 140,452 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

General corrosion at usual places for this type and age of vehicle

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged Wear on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 133,161 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing small cut outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security at rear sub frame foremost mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

slight oil leak power steering hose

Pass 4 Jul 2023 125,819 miles

slight play in both front inner rack joints

slight play in both rear half shaft ujs

slight play in n/s front track rod end

Pass 27 Jul 2022 119,649 miles

slight wear on rear half shaft inner uj's

Pass 2 Jul 2021 112,438 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 106,912 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floorpan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively outer uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively outer uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 18 Jun 2020 106,909 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed visible through cuts in inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floorpan (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively outer uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively outer uj (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Jan 2019 98,194 miles

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2017 90,903 miles

Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint both inner (2.4.G.4b)

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

both front tyres perished

n/s floor pan corroded

n/s front tyre wearing low and uneven on inner edge

o/s inner steering rack joint slight freeplay

Pass 2 Sep 2016 82,489 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2015 70,866 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 60,635 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 60,562 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

offside front tyre worn uneven on inner shoulder

Pass 8 May 2013 60,549 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 59,171 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 55,348 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2010 47,859 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 47,859 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 40,021 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 33,354 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 22,595 miles

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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BL04 XMS is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BL04 XMS, 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.

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BL04 XMS is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 27 May 2004.

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