2005 Jaguar XJ 3.5L Petrol · SW05 AXY
2005 Jaguar XJ (3.5L, petrol). First registered 31 May 2005. Recorded mileage 88,137 miles. MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- JAGUAR XJ
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,137 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 3.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SW05 AXY Key Findings
- 21 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/06/2026
- 88,137 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (16 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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.
SW05 AXY Mileage History
- 18/06/200822,353 mi
- 24/04/200930,402 mi+8,049 mi
- 18/06/201039,450 mi+9,048 mi
- 08/06/201145,945 mi+6,495 mi
- 08/06/201249,388 mi+3,443 mi
- 20/06/201351,242 mi+1,854 mi
- 27/06/201451,690 mi+448 mi
- 17/06/201552,609 mi+919 mi
- 06/06/201652,986 mi+377 mi
- 29/05/201755,272 mi+2,286 mi
- 29/05/201755,273 mi+1 mi
- 13/06/201859,031 mi+3,758 mi
- 27/05/201963,196 mi+4,165 mi
- 29/06/202066,819 mi+3,623 mi
- 29/06/202066,819 mi
- 17/06/202169,521 mi+2,702 mi
- 13/06/202274,147 mi+4,626 mi
- 12/06/202377,687 mi+3,540 mi
- 17/06/202481,736 mi+4,049 mi
- 12/06/202584,786 mi+3,050 mi
- 22/06/202688,137 mi+3,351 mi
Average of roughly 3,653 miles per year across 21 recorded odometer readings.
SW05 AXY MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
21 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Jaguar Xj (SW05 AXY) between June 2008 and June 2026.
The record contains 19 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 22 June 2026 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: Brakes (16 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (8 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 30 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: “Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Offside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)”.
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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