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LC54 VTA

2004 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jan 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,946 mi
Last recorded70,946 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC54 VTA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 70,946 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jan 2026 70,924 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2024 63,541 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Outer wall damaged low in centre (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 56,945 miles

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

Fail 4 Jan 2024 56,945 miles

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

Pass 4 Jan 2023 51,014 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2022 47,553 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 43,395 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 42,254 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 40,623 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 39,119 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2016 39,118 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Outer Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 37,404 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 35,731 miles

both front tyres damaged on outer sidewall

Pass 27 Nov 2013 33,996 miles

tyres have tears to outer sidewalls

Pass 21 Nov 2012 32,132 miles

tyres have tears to outer sidewalls

Pass 22 Nov 2011 30,276 miles

tyres have tears to outer sidewalls

Pass 19 Nov 2010 27,707 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 24,922 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 21,438 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 17,394 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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LC54 VTA is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 77,784 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 LC54 VTA, 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 22 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 LC54 VTA registered?

LC54 VTA is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is LC54 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC54 VTA 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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