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BT55 OKH

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

181,728 mi
Last recorded181,728 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT55 OKH
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2026 181,728 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2026 181,728 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 May 2025 180,004 miles
Fail 22 May 2025 180,002 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2024 179,060 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2024 179,060 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2023 177,711 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2022 175,710 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2021 168,509 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2020 163,293 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 Aug 2019 158,285 miles

covers fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Aug 2018 144,546 miles

covers fitted at time of test

Fail 22 Aug 2018 144,546 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

covers fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Aug 2017 130,128 miles

covers fitted at time of test

Fail 22 Aug 2017 130,128 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

covers fitted at time of test

Pass 22 Aug 2016 115,725 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 98,784 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 84,570 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 69,377 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 55,312 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 43,473 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 13 Aug 2010 34,913 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2009 26,091 miles

slight dampness of oil around transmission sump area

Pass 1 Sep 2008 17,318 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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BT55 OKH is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 75,379 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 BT55 OKH, 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 21 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BT55 OKH registered?

BT55 OKH is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 28 November 2005.

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