2004 Jaguar XJ 3.0L Petrol · EO54 BFE
2004 Jaguar XJ (3.0L, petrol). First registered 03 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 137,275 miles. MOT valid until 18 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 137,275 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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EO54 BFE Key Findings
- 27 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/03/2026
- 137,275 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (14 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EO54 BFE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
27 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Jaguar Xj (EO54 BFE) between April 2008 and March 2026.
The record contains 19 passes and 8 failures.
The most recent test on 03 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 8 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (14 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Lighting (9 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 37 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 Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))”; “Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
EO54 BFE Mileage History
- 28/04/200831,189 mi
- 02/05/200939,000 mi+7,811 mi
- 05/05/201047,782 mi+8,782 mi
- 05/01/201151,701 mi+3,919 mi
- 15/12/201161,372 mi+9,671 mi
- 15/12/201161,372 mi
- 20/12/201269,173 mi+7,801 mi
- 27/08/201474,446 mi+5,273 mi
- 17/08/201580,444 mi+5,998 mi
- 17/08/201580,449 mi+5 mi
- 19/04/201682,183 mi+1,734 mi
- 28/04/201785,255 mi+3,072 mi
- 22/04/201888,574 mi+3,319 mi
- 29/04/201991,923 mi+3,349 mi
- 29/04/201991,923 mi
- 27/04/202093,482 mi+1,559 mi
- 13/02/202195,221 mi+1,739 mi
- 15/02/202195,229 mi+8 mi
- 09/02/2022101,212 mi+5,983 mi
- 10/02/2023113,211 mi+11,999 mi
- 23/02/2023113,506 mi+295 mi
- 24/02/2023113,507 mi+1 mi
- 19/03/2024118,853 mi+5,346 mi
- 11/03/2025129,545 mi+10,692 mi
- 11/03/2025129,545 mi
- 03/03/2026137,275 mi+7,730 mi
- 03/03/2026137,275 mi
Average of roughly 5,945 miles per year across 27 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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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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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- Air Suspension FailureSerious
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 & LurchModerate
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.
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