Is the Jaguar XJ ULEZ Compliant?
Based on 25,226 MOT tests, around 20% of Jaguar XJ models still on the road are likely to meet London's ULEZ standards, and about 50% are likely to be charged. For the remaining 30%, it depends on the exact Euro standard or month of registration.
The fuel mix matters: tested cars were 50% diesel, 50% petrol. Diesel XJ models are generally compliant from 2016, while diesel cars from 2013 or earlier are likely to be charged. Petrol XJ models are generally compliant from 2006, while petrol cars from 2000 or earlier are likely to be charged.
- Likely compliant
- 20%
- Likely charged
- 50%
- Depends on the car
- 30%
- MOT tests analysed
- 25,226
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XJ ULEZ compliance by year and fuel
Estimated from the year of first registration. Numbers show how many XJ models of each type were MOT tested, as a guide to how common they are.
| First registered | Diesel | Petrol |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Likely compliant162 tested | – |
| 2019 | Likely compliant429 tested | Likely compliant1 tested |
| 2018 | Likely compliant627 tested | Likely compliant39 tested |
| 2017 | Likely compliant845 tested | Likely compliant47 tested |
| 2016 | Likely compliant1,032 tested | Likely compliant34 tested |
| 2015 | Check exact car892 tested | Likely compliant52 tested |
| 2014 | Check exact car977 tested | Likely compliant45 tested |
| 2013 | Likely charged1,075 tested | Likely compliant78 tested |
| 2012 | Likely charged950 tested | Likely compliant90 tested |
| 2011 | Likely charged1,390 tested | Likely compliant169 tested |
| 2010 | Likely charged1,241 tested | Likely compliant180 tested |
| 2009 | Likely charged476 tested | Likely compliant109 tested |
| 2008 | Likely charged710 tested | Likely compliant225 tested |
| 2007 | Likely charged914 tested | Likely compliant365 tested |
| 2006 | Likely charged780 tested | Likely compliant568 tested |
| 2005 | Likely charged144 tested | Check Euro standard1,015 tested |
| 2004 | Likely charged2 tested | Check Euro standard1,646 tested |
| 2003 | Likely charged1 tested | Check Euro standard1,753 tested |
| 2002 | – | Check Euro standard581 tested |
| 2001 | Likely charged1 tested | Check Euro standard627 tested |
| 2000 | – | Likely charged542 tested |
| 1999 | – | Likely charged434 tested |
| 1998 | – | Likely charged755 tested |
| 1997 | Likely charged2 tested | Likely charged741 tested |
| 1996 | – | Likely charged705 tested |
| 1995 | – | Likely charged508 tested |
| 1994 | – | Likely charged235 tested |
| 1993 | – | Likely charged145 tested |
| 1992 | Likely charged2 tested | Likely charged104 tested |
| 1991 | – | Likely charged72 tested |
| 1990 | Likely charged1 tested | Likely charged98 tested |
| 1989 | – | Likely charged86 tested |
| 1988 | – | Likely charged60 tested |
| 1985 | – | Likely charged61 tested |
| 1984 | – | Likely charged52 tested |
How ULEZ rules apply to the XJ
Cars that miss the standard pay £12.50 for each day they're driven in the zone. Petrol and petrol-hybrid cars need Euro 4 (most from 2006), while diesels need Euro 6 (most from September 2015).
- Diesel (50% of XJ models tested): likely compliant from 2016; 2013 and earlier are likely to be charged.
- Petrol (50% of XJ models tested): likely compliant from 2006; 2000 and earlier are likely to be charged.
XJ models from 2014 and 2015 sit on the boundary (30% of those tested): some were built to the required standard before it became compulsory. The Euro standard is sometimes on the V5C logbook, or Jaguar can confirm it. Our ULEZ calculator can help.
Thinking of buying one? Check how XJ models fare at the MOT too: see the Jaguar XJ MOT failure rate.
Buying a used Jaguar XJ for London: what the MOT data shows
The Jaguar XJ models in this data were first registered between 1984 and 2020. 2003 was the most common year, with 1,763 tests (7% of the total), and half were registered in 2007 or later.
XJ models from likely-compliant years passed their MOT first time 83% of the time, at an average of 64,715 miles. Older ones likely to be charged passed 75% of the time with 96,025 miles on average, so a compliant car is usually the more reliable buy as well as the cheaper one to drive in London.
On a budget, the oldest diesel XJ models likely to comply are from 2016. 1,032 of them were tested; 2016 cars passed first time 85% of the time and averaged 57,660 miles. Check the Euro standard on the V5C before you buy one from around then.
On a budget, the oldest petrol XJ models likely to comply are from 2006. 568 of them were tested; 2006 cars passed first time 71% of the time and averaged 104,484 miles. Check the Euro standard on the V5C before you buy one from around then.
Whichever year you choose, check the XJ's weak spots. The most common MOT failures were suspension: "ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt" (3.0% of tests) and "pin or bush excessively worn" (1.9%); lights and electrics: "not working" (2.5%). The most frequent advisory was "tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm", on 13.5% of tests.
Overall, 76% of XJ models passed first time, noticeably above the 71% average for all cars, and they had covered 88,975 miles on average, more than the 73,145-mile average.
ULEZ compliance for other models
Other Jaguar models
About this data
Based on 25,226 first MOT tests of the Jaguar XJ carried out in 2023.
Source: DVSA anonymised MOT test data (contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0). First attempts on cars only; “pass rate” means passing first time. Averages cover all 32,735,164 cars tested (71% passed), and years with under 50 tests are hidden.
ULEZ results are estimates from fuel type and year of first registration. Transport for London makes the final decision.
Learn more about how our data works.
Frequently asked questions
What 25,226 MOT tests say about the Jaguar XJ and London's ULEZ.
Is the Jaguar XJ ULEZ compliant?
In our data about 20% of XJ models on the road are likely compliant and 50% likely to be charged. Petrol and petrol-hybrid cars need Euro 4 (most from 2006), while diesels need Euro 6 (most from September 2015).
Which petrol XJ years are ULEZ compliant?
Petrol XJ models first registered from 2006 are likely compliant. Some earlier cars meet Euro 4 too, so check the exact vehicle.
Is a diesel XJ ULEZ compliant?
Only if it meets Euro 6, which generally means first registered from September 2015. Diesel XJ models from 2013 or earlier are likely to be charged.
How can I check if a specific XJ is ULEZ compliant?
Enter its registration in our free ULEZ check, which uses the vehicle's DVLA record. Always confirm with TfL before relying on it.
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