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MJ55 EWJ

2005 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

78,677 mi
Last recorded78,677 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 EWJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 78,677 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2026 78,675 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))

Offside 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))

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

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2025 77,628 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2024 77,529 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2023 77,174 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 76,391 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2021 74,568 miles

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

slight oil leak under engine

Pass 25 Nov 2020 73,182 miles

Rear tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

general engine oil leak

Fail 23 Nov 2020 73,182 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer 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))

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

Offside Rear Outer 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))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear tyres starting to crack on sidewalls

general engine oil leak

Pass 22 Nov 2019 72,317 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 70,968 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 66,838 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 58,221 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 53,924 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 50,587 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 47,048 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2012 41,573 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 20 Nov 2012 41,573 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2011 37,740 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 26 Jul 2011 37,309 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2010 32,298 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 32,297 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Wiper blades splitting

Pass 5 Aug 2009 27,161 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 25,334 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 25,334 miles

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

n/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

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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MJ55 EWJ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MJ55 EWJ, 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 MJ55 EWJ registered?

MJ55 EWJ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is MJ55 EWJ safe to buy?

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