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LJ04 MBS

2004 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Dec 2026
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

109,665 mi
Last recorded109,665 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 MBS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 109,665 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 109,538 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2024 109,521 miles

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

Pass 6 Dec 2023 108,501 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 105,898 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 103,479 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 101,684 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 99,639 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 81,698 miles

top & under trays fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2015 78,210 miles

Offside Front Inner Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Under tray fitted

Pass 15 Sep 2014 74,711 miles

Offside Inner Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2013 68,584 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 65,502 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

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

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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LJ04 MBS is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 LJ04 MBS, 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 LJ04 MBS registered?

LJ04 MBS is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 April 2004.

Is LJ04 MBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ04 MBS shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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