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P8 WXJ

2005 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

321,247 mi
Last recorded321,247 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 WXJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 321,247 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2024 320,289 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 319,291 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 318,390 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 317,442 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 316,726 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2019 315,757 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 315,028 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 10 Aug 2017 314,756 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 313,148 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2015 309,493 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jul 2014 298,071 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 274,981 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 271,363 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

Pass 26 May 2012 246,992 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 218,222 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2010 162,755 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 113,227 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 67,684 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 66,960 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2008 66,960 miles

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

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

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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P8 WXJ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,996cc 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 P8 WXJ, 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 P8 WXJ registered?

P8 WXJ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is P8 WXJ safe to buy?

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