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S20 JKF

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

128,727 mi
Last recorded128,727 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS20 JKF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2025 128,727 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 123,843 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 119,888 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2022 112,450 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 104,515 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 100,739 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 95,005 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 89,439 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50r18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50r18 (4.1.E.1)

electronic stability system warning light emitting when engine running ! not applicable due to vehicle modified. see mot how to use this manual paragraph 3 item 5 modified vehicle.

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

unable to inspect underside if vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

Fail 19 Apr 2018 89,439 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted. (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50r18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted. (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 235/50r18 (4.1.E.1)

electronic stability system warning light emitting when engine running ! not applicable due to vehicle modified. see mot how to use this manual paragraph 3 item 5 modified vehicle.

unable to inspect engine compartment fully due to engine covers fitted.

unable to inspect underside if vehicle fully due to under-body covers fitted.

Pass 10 Apr 2017 82,525 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2016 75,835 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 73,542 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 67,872 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 59,073 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 52,391 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 44,275 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 36,490 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 28,505 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 21,448 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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S20 JKF is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black 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 S20 JKF, 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 S20 JKF registered?

S20 JKF is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 September 2005.

Is S20 JKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S20 JKF 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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