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RN04 TBY

2004 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2017
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

201,749 mi
Last recorded201,749 miles
Recorded on31 May 2018
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRN04 TBY
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Fail 31 May 2018 201,749 miles

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

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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 11 Jul 2016 201,100 miles

Emissions tested on gas as presented.

Engine management light on.

Engine misfires.

Fail 27 Jun 2016 201,093 miles

Brake vacuum build up too slow brake servo (3.3.E.6)

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Emissions tested on gas as presented.

Engine management light on.

Engine misfires.

Pass 10 May 2014 188,818 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 186,469 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 173,551 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2012

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Jun 2011 149,779 miles
Fail 19 May 2010 98,468 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 19 May 2010 98,468 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 53,070 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 49,910 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 46,910 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 38,726 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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RN04 TBY is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2004 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.5% with a typical mileage of 77,784 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RN04 TBY, 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 22 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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RN04 TBY is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 July 2004.

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