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M6 LAY

2005 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

20,923 mi
Last recorded20,923 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM6 LAY
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 20,923 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Nov 2024 20,666 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2024 20,660 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Hub carrier (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Track rod (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Hub carrier (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Track rod (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 19,416 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 19,411 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2021 19,395 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2021 19,390 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 31 Oct 2020 19,378 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 18,917 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edge

Pass 31 May 2018 17,720 miles

both front tyres slightly worn on inner edges

Pass 12 Sep 2016 17,715 miles

Front tyres wearing on inner edges

under-trays fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2015 17,688 miles

front tyres wearing on inner edges

under-trays fitted

Pass 2 Jul 2013 16,784 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f & o/s/f tyres worn on inner edges

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 25 May 2012 16,692 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyre wearing on inner edges

sill covers fitted

Pass 24 Jun 2011 15,598 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 14,813 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 12,883 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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M6 LAY is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 M6 LAY, 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 M6 LAY registered?

M6 LAY is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 December 2005.

Is M6 LAY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M6 LAY shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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