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LW05 RAX

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

58,755 mi
Last recorded58,755 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW05 RAX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 58,755 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 57,412 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 56,100 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 55,001 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 54,472 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2020 53,436 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2019 51,756 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 46,414 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2018 46,414 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2017 43,369 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 37,126 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 35,834 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 33,871 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 32,661 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 29,209 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2013 29,209 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 24 Jul 2012 26,116 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2011 22,757 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 19,234 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 15,660 miles

cut in o/s/f tyre inner wall

o/s wing mirror cover missing

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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LW05 RAX is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 4,196cc 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 LW05 RAX, 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 LW05 RAX registered?

LW05 RAX is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is LW05 RAX safe to buy?

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