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W5 STJ

2005 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2024
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

80,567 mi
Last recorded80,567 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 STJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2023 80,567 miles

All four discs corroded.

Front Both N/S and O/S track rod ends corroded.

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

Nearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear outer dust cover. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear inner dust cover. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2022 80,540 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2021 78,664 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four pipes coming of brake hoses. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Both N/S and O/S track rod ends corroded.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged Cracking near caliper. (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rears cracking in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2020 77,612 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All four corners where the pipe and hose join. (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts pitting on inner face. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both fronts starting to crack on outer tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end corroded.

Offside Front Track rod end corroded.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear sub frame corroded.

Pass 22 Aug 2019 77,341 miles

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 76,614 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 71,557 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2017 71,557 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Aug 2016 66,338 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 62,156 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 57,653 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 53,456 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2012 49,272 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 45,951 miles

Appears to be slight wear and movement at both rear lower susp/arms at outer bushes/pins

Rear B/Pads appear VERY low and almost ON limits of wear

Pass 20 Nov 2010 42,491 miles

Front brakes are sl;ight out of ballance,

Rear brake discs show wear at faces

Pass 14 Nov 2009 38,034 miles

both front tyres wearing at edges of tread

Pass 29 Nov 2008 32,980 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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W5 STJ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 W5 STJ, 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.

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What year was W5 STJ registered?

W5 STJ is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 November 2005.

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