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WG05 UML

2005 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

55,399 mi
Last recorded55,399 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Jaguar Xj75,379 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG05 UML
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 55,399 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2026 55,397 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 24 Mar 2025 53,560 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2025 53,560 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside 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))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 52,273 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 May 2015 51,530 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 50,590 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

near side rear starting to wear on inner edge

side skirts covers fitted to sills

slight play in near side front inner steering pivot

Pass 17 May 2013 49,157 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 46,976 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 40,580 miles

nearside rear tyre,cut on outer wall, cords not exposed

Pass 21 May 2010 32,924 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2009 28,719 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 28,719 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 18 Jun 2008 20,260 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2008 20,260 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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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WG05 UML is a 2005 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WG05 UML, 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 WG05 UML registered?

WG05 UML is a 2005 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 June 2005.

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