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BL53 WEF

2004 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

123,435 mi
Last recorded123,435 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL53 WEF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,549cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 123,435 miles
Fail 23 May 2018 123,435 miles

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2017 114,953 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2017 114,953 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both side (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2016 112,456 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 108,712 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 20 Dec 2013 100,698 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Dec 2013 100,698 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 93,232 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 93,232 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2011 82,937 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2010 73,773 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 65,049 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2008 53,930 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 44,873 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Jan 2007 34,470 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front number plate backing seperating

steering rack pinion has a slighgt misting of oil around top

wipers do not park correctly

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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BL53 WEF is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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

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 BL53 WEF, 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 BL53 WEF registered?

BL53 WEF is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 6 January 2004.

Is BL53 WEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL53 WEF shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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