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WR56 BUU

2007 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

169,406 mi
Last recorded169,406 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2026
Typical for 2007 Jaguar Xj74,243 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR56 BUU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2026 169,406 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2025 168,036 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2024 166,990 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2024 166,984 miles

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Brake performance unable to be tested Brake fluid leaking (1.2.1 (g))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Pass 24 Jan 2023 164,537 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2022 161,338 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 159,270 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 159,254 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 154,872 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 2 May 2018 151,246 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2017 147,646 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen appears to be excessively tinted ()

engine covers fitted

under trays fitted

Pass 2 Mar 2016 143,069 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2015 136,255 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 128,934 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)

Pass 4 Mar 2013 121,270 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2011 113,949 miles

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

front door windows are slightly tinted.

Pass 7 Dec 2010 105,187 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2010 91,637 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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WR56 BUU is a 2007 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2007 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.1% with a typical mileage of 74,243 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 WR56 BUU, 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 19 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 WR56 BUU registered?

WR56 BUU is a 2007 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 January 2007.

Is WR56 BUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR56 BUU shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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