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JG53 MGS

2005 Jaguar Xj

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

214,905 mi
Last recorded214,905 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJG53 MGS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 214,905 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 202,450 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 190,224 miles

Offside Rear Outer Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated gaiter on adjustable track arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 179,226 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 168,642 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner & Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 151,557 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 126,801 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 107,847 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 89,414 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 69,146 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2016 69,146 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Fail 24 Apr 2015 55,465 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 55,465 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 36,521 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Dec 2013 34,177 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 31,479 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2011 25,910 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 25,910 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2010 22,044 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 16,657 miles

offside front tyre slight damage in tread

Pass 9 Dec 2008 13,517 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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JG53 MGS is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Silver 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 JG53 MGS, 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 JG53 MGS registered?

JG53 MGS is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 13 December 2005.

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