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OU05 SNJ

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,351 mi
Last recorded107,351 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 SNJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2024 107,351 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 102,635 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2022 93,538 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 93,533 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 87,172 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 78,911 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 75,116 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 69,758 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2017 63,257 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 58,636 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 53,438 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2014 48,647 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 44,571 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2012 39,124 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 32,944 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2011 32,944 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2010 28,038 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2010 28,038 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Nov 2009 22,877 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 21,459 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 15,806 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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OU05 SNJ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 OU05 SNJ, 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 OU05 SNJ registered?

OU05 SNJ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 7 June 2005.

Is OU05 SNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 SNJ shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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