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VX55 EGF

2005 Jaguar Xj

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

134,314 mi
Last recorded134,314 miles
Recorded on25 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX55 EGF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jun 2025 134,314 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 134,212 miles

under trays fitted covering some m.o.t items

Pass 3 Apr 2019 128,943 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 127,255 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2017 120,352 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 116,352 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2015 112,615 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 104,496 miles

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

nearside front tyre getting low on inner edge

Fail 6 Oct 2014 104,496 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside front tyre getting low on inner edge

Pass 30 Aug 2013 100,450 miles

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

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

Fail 30 Aug 2013 100,449 miles

Steering box has a significant oil leak (2.2.D.2e)

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 96,205 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2011 93,371 miles

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

Pass 20 Aug 2010 79,167 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)

Pass 19 Aug 2009 63,493 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 47,595 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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VX55 EGF is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 VX55 EGF, 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 VX55 EGF registered?

VX55 EGF is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is VX55 EGF safe to buy?

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