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BV56 LFW

2006 Jaguar Xj

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

128,250 mi
Last recorded128,250 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2026
Typical for 2006 Jaguar Xj74,810 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV56 LFW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2026 128,250 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both headlamps (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear metal brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Aug 2025 125,734 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 120,532 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front metal brake pipes ( near connectors ) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs rusting ( inner faces ) (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2023 115,051 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 8 Aug 2022 109,013 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 105,646 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 102,212 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 94,610 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 85,454 miles

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

Nearside Front Tread cracking up (Dated 2011)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50R18 Pirelli (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tread cracking up (Dated 2011)

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2016 72,543 miles

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

Pass 2 Apr 2015 66,714 miles

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Aug 2014 65,615 miles

gearbox warning light is on

Pass 16 Aug 2013 62,499 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2013 62,276 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 50,605 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2011 41,820 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)

Fail 5 Aug 2011 41,820 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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 10 Aug 2010 30,736 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 28,341 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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BV56 LFW is a 2006 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 2006 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.9% with a typical mileage of 74,810 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 BV56 LFW, 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 20 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 BV56 LFW registered?

BV56 LFW is a 2006 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 27 September 2006.

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