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DG04 CAT

2004 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

61,105 mi
Last recorded61,105 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG04 CAT
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 61,105 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 59,069 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2024 57,439 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 55,316 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2022 54,945 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 54,312 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2020 53,550 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 53,032 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2018 57,630 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2017 51,944 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2017 51,944 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 51,265 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 50,822 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 49,512 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2013 48,291 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 48,291 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 47,221 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 46,105 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 44,980 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 37,998 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 31,623 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Jul 2007 31,622 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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DG04 CAT is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 77,784 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 DG04 CAT, 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 22 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 DG04 CAT registered?

DG04 CAT is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 July 2004.

Is DG04 CAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG04 CAT shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG04 CAT have outstanding finance?

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