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EY55 DSO

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

141,301 mi
Last recorded141,301 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY55 DSO
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 141,301 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2025 138,443 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 138,288 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 137,805 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Aug 2022 137,694 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 137,135 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 22 Feb 2021 135,996 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2020 135,014 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2019 132,312 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2019 132,311 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm scrubbing on both edges (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2017 127,513 miles

Offside Rear tyre cut in side wall

parking senser missing nearside front

under trays fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2016 122,185 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 15 Oct 2015 117,240 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 110,265 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 101,549 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 99,803 miles

engine management light on

Pass 19 Mar 2012 73,577 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 57,914 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 36,288 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 32,499 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 22,159 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 22,159 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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EY55 DSO is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 EY55 DSO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EY55 DSO registered?

EY55 DSO is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 19 October 2005.

Is EY55 DSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for EY55 DSO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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