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G5 SFG

2005 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

70,885 mi
Last recorded70,885 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 SFG
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 70,885 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2024 70,471 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2023 69,750 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 69,324 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 68,701 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 68,484 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2019 68,435 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 67,331 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2018 67,330 miles

Offside Rear Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 64,950 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2016 58,674 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2015 53,601 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 49,704 miles

NSR Tyre wearing on inner edge.

Pass 2 Nov 2013 46,310 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 40,250 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 31,113 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 24,735 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 22,746 miles

SIDEWALLS OF BOTH FRONT TYRES DAMAGED

Pass 25 Nov 2008 18,507 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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G5 SFG is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 G5 SFG, 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

How do I check the history of G5 SFG?

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What year was G5 SFG registered?

G5 SFG is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 24 November 2005.

Is G5 SFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 SFG shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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