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J700 CSS

2005 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

52,963 mi
Last recorded52,963 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ700 CSS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2026 52,963 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 52,739 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Jul 2024 52,146 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 50,977 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 50,977 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 50,209 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 49,198 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 47,029 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 45,475 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 43,329 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 40,336 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 36,880 miles

Both front brake pipes slightly worn

Pass 19 Aug 2015 32,186 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 31,289 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 29,902 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 25,795 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 21,596 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 18,445 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 15,364 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 11,722 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 11,722 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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J700 CSS is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 J700 CSS, 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 J700 CSS registered?

J700 CSS is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is J700 CSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J700 CSS shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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