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P12 WUD

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3549cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

156,459 mi
Last recorded156,459 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP12 WUD
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,549cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2025 156,459 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2025 156,456 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 7 Oct 2023 152,191 miles

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

Pass 1 Apr 2022 151,428 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 148,584 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2020 146,885 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 139,926 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 131,375 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 121,423 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 112,276 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 103,776 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2014 95,182 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 86,708 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 76,719 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2011 66,334 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Dec 2009 61,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 23 Dec 2009 61,664 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 57,818 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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P12 WUD is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,549cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 P12 WUD, 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 P12 WUD registered?

P12 WUD is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 October 2005.

Is P12 WUD safe to buy?

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