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BW05 HWC

2005 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

61,070 mi
Last recorded61,070 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW05 HWC
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 61,070 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2023 58,996 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on inside edges and perished (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2022 55,012 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Nov 2022 55,012 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2021 50,299 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 47,467 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2019 43,487 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2018 39,421 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 34,421 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2016 29,910 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2015 25,211 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 21,367 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2013 18,816 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 16,903 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 14,197 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2010 11,878 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 9,644 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 7,083 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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BW05 HWC is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 BW05 HWC, 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 BW05 HWC registered?

BW05 HWC is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 August 2005.

Is BW05 HWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW05 HWC shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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