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OV55 VTZ

2005 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2010
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

114,012 mi
Last recorded114,012 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2009
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV55 VTZ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2009 114,012 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 114,008 miles

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

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

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

Offside Inner Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 12 Oct 2009 113,929 miles

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

oil leak

oil level low on dip stick

Pass 20 Oct 2008 89,285 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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OV55 VTZ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 OV55 VTZ, 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 OV55 VTZ registered?

OV55 VTZ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is OV55 VTZ safe to buy?

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