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SV55 XRR

2005 Jaguar Xj

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

117,741 mi
Last recorded117,741 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSV55 XRR
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 117,741 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 110,186 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 108,452 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all original brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 104,623 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2023 104,451 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded Main pipe (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded main pipe (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Pass 4 Feb 2022 92,299 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 24 Jan 2022 92,296 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 36% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 46% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 80,049 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 79,553 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 78,672 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 25 Jan 2018 77,367 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 75,672 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 73,597 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 67,959 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 62,100 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 64,458 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 55,296 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 55,296 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 41,874 miles

steering and susp slight

Pass 23 Apr 2010 20,199 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 20,199 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 17,516 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2009 17,516 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2008 13,857 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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SV55 XRR is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 SV55 XRR, 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 SV55 XRR registered?

SV55 XRR is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 21 October 2005.

Is SV55 XRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for SV55 XRR shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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