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HFO 727

2005 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Jun 2027
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

114,502 mi
Last recorded114,502 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHFO 727
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2026 114,502 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2025 110,199 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2025 110,199 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 May 2024 108,579 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 107,489 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 105,324 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 104,362 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 104,362 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 103,193 miles

intermittent smell of petrol but no leak detected

Fail 22 Jul 2020 103,193 miles

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

intermittent smell of petrol but no leak detected

Pass 4 Jun 2019 98,905 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 93,118 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 1 Jun 2017 88,641 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 31 May 2016 81,715 miles

steering heavy, power steering working but appears week

Fail 31 May 2016 81,715 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

steering heavy, power steering working but appears week

Pass 13 May 2015 74,857 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 12 May 2015 74,857 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 68,726 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 May 2014 68,726 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Jun 2013 63,094 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2012 53,931 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Jun 2011 42,928 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Fail 23 Jun 2011 42,928 miles

Horn sounds harsh or grating (1.6.2e)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 32,678 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2008 11,899 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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HFO 727 is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HFO 727, 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.

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What year was HFO 727 registered?

HFO 727 is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is HFO 727 safe to buy?

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