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MR05 DLB

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2024
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

79,924 mi
Last recorded79,924 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2023
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMR05 DLB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2023 79,924 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge treads worn inner and outer advise renew tyre a s a p (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

both number plate lights pins corroded and no covers advise renew lamps

car leaning more to o/s no leaks or faults found advise check out '?

Pass 3 Mar 2022 75,693 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources bulb missing ? (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 75,565 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush lift in shocker please keep checked (5.3.2 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive leaks to max limit and very near to exhaust advise check out and repair a s a p (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 68,604 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 68,604 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Mar 2018 61,312 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 21 Mar 2018 61,308 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Mar 2017 55,306 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)

Fail 20 Mar 2017 55,306 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

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)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 49,545 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 7 Apr 2016 49,545 miles

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

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

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2015 48,660 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2015 48,660 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Aug 2014 45,863 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 18 Aug 2014 45,863 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 43,613 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Aug 2012 40,661 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Aug 2011 37,091 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 37,089 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 34,661 miles

chunks out of o/s rear tyre

Pass 9 Mar 2010 28,209 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 22,639 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2009 22,638 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 17,331 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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MR05 DLB is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MR05 DLB, 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 MR05 DLB registered?

MR05 DLB is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 14 March 2005.

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