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MJ55 XNU

2005 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

67,750 mi
Last recorded67,750 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ55 XNU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 67,750 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 59,666 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2024 51,443 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2023 44,116 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 43,769 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 43,189 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 41,476 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2018 39,320 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 36,248 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2017 36,248 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2016 32,436 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 32,436 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Aug 2015 26,494 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2015 26,494 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 20,127 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Aug 2014 20,119 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Aug 2013 16,887 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 14,362 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 13,373 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 12,313 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 10,463 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 8,230 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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MJ55 XNU is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 XNU, 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 XNU registered?

MJ55 XNU is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is MJ55 XNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ55 XNU shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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