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GF55 FBN

2005 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

164,133 mi
Last recorded164,133 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 FBN
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 164,133 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 160,417 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2024 160,417 miles

Front Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2022 158,920 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 154,649 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 153,319 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material beside fuel tank filler neck (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 31 Oct 2019 150,766 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2018 145,541 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Mirror cover missing.

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

Offside Front Wing damage.

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 15 Oct 2018 145,512 miles

Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury Refactor. (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Mirror cover missing.

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

Offside Front Wing damage.

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2017 139,164 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 132,107 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 132,047 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 24 Oct 2016 132,047 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working n/s & o/s side lights (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement n/s & o/s (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Oct 2015 127,915 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2014 115,715 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 103,891 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 89,146 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 77,501 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 63,276 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 37,459 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 26,985 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

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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GF55 FBN is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GF55 FBN, 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 GF55 FBN registered?

GF55 FBN is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is GF55 FBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 FBN shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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