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V8 OLC

2004 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

121,669 mi
Last recorded121,669 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2004 Jaguar Xj77,784 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV8 OLC
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 121,669 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Sep 2024 117,024 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2023 111,913 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 105,088 miles

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

Pass 25 Aug 2021 96,791 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2021 96,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 28 Aug 2020 87,307 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 76,475 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 68,812 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2018 68,746 miles

Engine bay covers fitted at time of test

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Fail 3 Jul 2018 68,746 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Engine bay covers fitted at time of test

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Fog light switch faulty

Headlamp switch does not immediately illuminate all main beam headlamps (4.1.3 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a) (i))

Underneath trays fitted at time of test

Pass 31 Jul 2017 66,031 miles

top cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 6 Aug 2016 61,727 miles

top cover fitted

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Aug 2015 58,519 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Aug 2014 54,436 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2013 50,589 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Aug 2012 46,704 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Aug 2011 43,299 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

top and bottom covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 9 Aug 2011 43,299 miles

top and bottom covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 6 Aug 2010 41,569 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2009 37,706 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

minor damage nearside front tyre outer wall

Fail 8 Aug 2008 33,445 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2008 33,445 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 25,685 miles

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

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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V8 OLC is a 2004 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 V8 OLC, 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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What year was V8 OLC registered?

V8 OLC is a 2004 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 September 2004.

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