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VX05 DXU

2005 Jaguar Xj

Silver Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests27 (18 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

88,290 mi
Last recorded88,290 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX05 DXU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

18 pass 9 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 88,290 miles

Underbody covers fitted covering some MOT items, Therefore cannot test so must assume they are in good working order.

Fail 9 Feb 2026 88,289 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Underbody covers fitted covering some MOT items, Therefore cannot test so must assume they are in good working order.

Pass 7 Feb 2025 85,201 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2024 84,095 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge & cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 12 Aug 2024 84,095 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge & cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 19 Jul 2023 82,388 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources also lens missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Jul 2023 82,353 miles

Seat belt buckle missing centre rear (7.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources also lens missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 80,153 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Aug 2022 80,140 miles

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

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 76,747 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside front and offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated Engine loom (4.11 (c) (i))

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))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front lower and offside front lower, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Aug 2021 76,747 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside front and offside front (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Electrical wiring insulation slightly damaged or deteriorated Engine loom (4.11 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front lower and offside front lower, front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2020 73,642 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2020 73,642 miles

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

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s & n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Oct 2018 71,546 miles

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 17 Oct 2017 68,259 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 66,325 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2015 63,829 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 61,330 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 61,330 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (3.1.7)

Nearside Rear Brake cable locking device missing (3.5.1l)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 57,377 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 52,920 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 48,393 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 43,765 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2010 43,748 miles

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

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

Offside Lower Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 34,152 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2009 34,149 miles

Lower Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 25,322 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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VX05 DXU is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 VX05 DXU, 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

How do I check the history of VX05 DXU?

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What year was VX05 DXU registered?

VX05 DXU is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 17 June 2005.

Is VX05 DXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VX05 DXU shows 27 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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