2004 Jaguar XJ 3.6L Petrol · BF04 ETA
2004 Jaguar XJ (3.6L, petrol). First registered 01/03/2004. Recorded mileage 97,641 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Birmingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12/07/2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 97,641 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2004
- Engine
- 3555cc
BF04 ETA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/07/2024
- 97,641 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (9 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.
BF04 ETA Mileage History
- 30/11/202287,821 mi
- 08/12/202287,966 mi+145 mi
- 12/07/202389,791 mi+1,825 mi
- 14/07/202389,791 mi
- 06/07/202497,641 mi+7,850 mi
Average of roughly 6,141 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
BF04 ETA MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Jaguar Xj (BF04 ETA) between November 2022 and July 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 06 July 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are 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 Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the i”.
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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