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BV05 LKE

2005 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

79,663 mi
Last recorded79,663 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV05 LKE
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 79,663 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2024 78,965 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2024 78,965 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2023 77,742 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2023 77,727 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2022 76,277 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2022 76,277 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2021 74,536 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 71,725 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 69,239 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 66,830 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2017 64,458 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 62,427 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 20 Apr 2015 60,403 miles

wipers poor

Pass 1 May 2014 56,579 miles

wipers poor

Pass 8 May 2013 52,531 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 47,129 miles

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

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

advise front wiper blades starting to smear

Pass 5 May 2011 39,622 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 35,954 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2010 35,953 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2009 30,699 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 19,990 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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BV05 LKE is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 BV05 LKE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV05 LKE registered?

BV05 LKE is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 18 April 2005.

Is BV05 LKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV05 LKE shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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