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PBZ 494

2009 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2722cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Mar 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

92,949 mi
Last recorded92,949 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Jaguar Xj65,354 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 494
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,722cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 92,949 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2025 86,068 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside mirror unit indicator is dim

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 77,870 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated upper and lower dust cover's (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt tie rod, inner ball joint dust cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower sus arm, rear inner + outer rose joints worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s/f + o/s/r + n/s/r, lower shock bushes have play (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2023 66,712 miles

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush o/s/f + n/s/r + o/s/r, lower shock bushes worn (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s + o/s, rear lower 'A' arms, inner + outer rose joints worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2022 56,215 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 47,889 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded at caliper end (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded at caliper end (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 43,212 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded at caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded at caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated corroded at caliper (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 1 Mar 2019 34,523 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 34,517 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 27,391 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 24,631 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 22,127 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 20,100 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 18,068 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Mar 2013 15,410 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 11,435 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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PBZ 494 is a 2009 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,722cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 65,354 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 PBZ 494, 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 17 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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PBZ 494 is a 2009 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 March 2009.

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