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SW57 NHY

2007 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

96,815 mi
Last recorded96,815 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2007 Jaguar Xj74,243 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW57 NHY
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 96,815 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2024 91,686 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 87,059 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 81,339 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 9 Sep 2022 81,139 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 72,716 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2020 65,545 miles

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

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

Pass 16 May 2019 54,385 miles
Fail 9 May 2019 54,227 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2018 44,760 miles

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Fail 30 Apr 2018 44,746 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

engine cover fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 22 Sep 2017 42,786 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 40,476 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 40,476 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 36,197 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 32,353 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Oct 2014 32,353 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Oct 2013 28,317 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 24,698 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2012 24,698 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Oct 2011 21,379 miles

both front tyres cut

nearside rear tyre cut

Fail 3 Oct 2011 21,375 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

both front tyres cut

nearside rear tyre cut

parking sticker on offside of windscreen

Pass 8 Oct 2010 15,587 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 15,583 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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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SW57 NHY is a 2007 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 74,243 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 SW57 NHY, 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 19 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW57 NHY?

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What year was SW57 NHY registered?

SW57 NHY is a 2007 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 27 October 2007.

Is SW57 NHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW57 NHY shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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