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DE05 VZG

2005 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

86,739 mi
Last recorded86,739 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE05 VZG
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 86,739 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Apr 2025 83,032 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 79,070 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 May 2023 75,220 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear park brake lever not fully returning

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

Pass 3 May 2022 71,170 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine oil level low

Fail 3 May 2022 71,170 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

engine oil level low

Pass 29 Apr 2021 66,732 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

engine trims fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 28 May 2020 63,494 miles
Pass 4 May 2019 59,872 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 56,326 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 52,757 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 49,325 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 45,979 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 43,006 miles
Pass 20 May 2013 37,888 miles

n/s/front tyre wear on inner edge

Pass 16 May 2012 32,862 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 28,391 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 24,334 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 21,503 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 21,503 miles

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

Front tyre wear uneven.

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

Pass 21 May 2008 15,764 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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DE05 VZG is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 DE05 VZG, 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 DE05 VZG registered?

DE05 VZG is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 3 June 2005.

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The MOT history for DE05 VZG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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