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OU05 SWZ

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3555cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

97,620 mi
Last recorded97,620 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU05 SWZ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,555cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 97,620 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Fail 25 Jun 2026 97,618 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Electronic stability control warning lamp not working (7.12 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 94,021 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2024 89,789 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 85,154 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 79,718 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 75,738 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jul 2020 71,146 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2019 66,525 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 61,876 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 57,219 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 52,529 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 47,572 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 42,216 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 37,942 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 37,717 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 36,716 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 34,654 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 32,386 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 30,973 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 24,095 miles

front pads worn low

traction control light on

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 SWZ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,555cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 OU05 SWZ, 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 SWZ registered?

OU05 SWZ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is OU05 SWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU05 SWZ shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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