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DR05 MBE

2005 Jaguar Xjr

Silver Petrol 4198cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Dec 2026
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

117,393 mi
Last recorded117,393 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xjr77,640 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDR05 MBE
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,198cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 117,393 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2024 112,298 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 105,502 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Dec 2022 100,823 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 92,600 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2020 78,853 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 14 Dec 2020 78,853 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jun 2019 67,123 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 59,725 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 52,770 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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DR05 MBE is a 2005 Jaguar Xjr in Silver with a 4,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2005 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.3% with a typical mileage of 77,640 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DR05 MBE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DR05 MBE registered?

DR05 MBE is a 2005 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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