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PO55 XGS

2005 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,130 mi
Last recorded46,130 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPO55 XGS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 46,130 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 22 Jan 2026 46,125 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Feb 2025 38,592 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Feb 2024 29,852 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 29,494 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 28,800 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 26,512 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2019 24,514 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 21,265 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2017 18,003 miles

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

Pass 5 Aug 2016 16,137 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 15,271 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 14,296 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 14,040 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2012 12,199 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 11,146 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 10,436 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 9,507 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 6,272 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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PO55 XGS is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 PO55 XGS, 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 PO55 XGS registered?

PO55 XGS is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is PO55 XGS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PO55 XGS shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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