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R7 CLF

2005 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

63,284 mi
Last recorded63,284 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR7 CLF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2025 63,284 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2024 58,340 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 53,890 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 52,935 miles

Offside Rear Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Track Control Arm, Outer Ball Joint Lower Cover (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2022 48,238 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 46,386 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 45,161 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2019 43,825 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Oct 2019 43,820 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Nov 2018 40,975 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2017 37,846 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2017 37,846 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 34,857 miles

Engine cover fitted.

Under tray fitted.

Pass 7 Oct 2015 32,385 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 29,438 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 26,479 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 23,125 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Oct 2011 20,465 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 17,701 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 13,857 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

rear brake pads getting low

Pass 29 Sep 2008 11,026 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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R7 CLF is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 R7 CLF, 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 R7 CLF registered?

R7 CLF is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 13 October 2005.

Is R7 CLF safe to buy?

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