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LV55 ZXU

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

141,986 mi
Last recorded141,986 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV55 ZXU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2025 141,986 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 141,498 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2023 140,998 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2022 139,261 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2021 138,764 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2019 135,951 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 130,523 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2017 127,052 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2017 121,645 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 117,556 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 107,603 miles

Oil leak

offside front tyre inner edge has uneven treadwear

undertray slightly insecure

Fail 17 Nov 2014 107,603 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

offside front tyre inner edge has uneven treadwear

undertray slightly insecure

Pass 3 Dec 2013 98,617 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2012 89,228 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 80,038 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2012 80,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Oct 2011 78,762 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2010 67,545 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 50,075 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 26,691 miles

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

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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LV55 ZXU is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 LV55 ZXU, 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 LV55 ZXU registered?

LV55 ZXU is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 4 November 2005.

Is LV55 ZXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV55 ZXU shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does LV55 ZXU have outstanding finance?

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