2005 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Petrol · BL54 BSV
2005 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, petrol). First registered 01/01/2005. Recorded mileage 180,018 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24/05/2018
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (31/03/2018)
- Recorded Mileage
- 180,018 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- PETROL
- Year
- 2005
- Engine
- 2967cc
BL54 BSV Key Findings
- 15 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/05/2017
- 180,018 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 4 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Known faults for Jaguar Jaguar XJ (X350/X351)
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
BL54 BSV Mileage History
- 24/01/200611,087 mi
- 23/02/200883,610 mi+72,523 mi
- 14/08/200864,859 mi-18,751 mi
- 10/10/200976,345 mi+11,486 mi
- 04/10/201082,599 mi+6,254 mi
- 03/10/2011157,873 km
- 03/10/2011157,873 km
- 02/10/2012116,843 mi
- 08/10/2013135,865 mi+19,022 mi
- 08/10/2013135,865 mi
- 08/10/2014151,341 mi+15,476 mi
- 16/10/2014151,510 mi+169 mi
- 20/10/2015167,042 mi+15,532 mi
- 29/10/2015167,047 mi+5 mi
- 25/05/2017180,018 mi+12,971 mi
Average of roughly 14,909 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
BL54 BSV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar Xj (BL54 BSV) between January 2006 and May 2017.
The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.
The most recent test on 25 May 2017 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 1 advisory notice is recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)”; “Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)”; “Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)”.
Common Problems: JAGUAR XJ
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- Air Suspension Failure(Serious)
Air struts leak or the compressor fails to reach pressure, leaving the car "slammed" on its bump stops.
- Aluminum Corrosion (X350)(Moderate)
Although it won’t rust like steel, the X350 suffers from galvanic corrosion, appearing as bubbling paint around the wheel arches and boot lid.
- ZF Gearbox Surging & Lurch(Moderate)
The ZF six-speed automatic gearbox can develop surging on light throttle at 30-50mph and harsh lurching into gear when coming to a stop. This is typically caused by torque converter clutch issues or outdated TCM software and can often be resolved with a software reflash and fresh fluid.
- Door Lock & Window Regulator Failures(Moderate)
The door lock actuators and window regulators are common failure points on the X350. Lock failures can leave doors stuck in the double-locked position, while window regulators fail with the cable-driven mechanism snapping or the motor burning out.
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