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2 LBR

1996 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

111,845 mi
Last recorded111,845 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration2 LBR
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 111,845 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 111,845 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Oct 2024 111,428 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 110,706 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 110,057 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2021 109,383 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 108,714 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 108,460 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 108,096 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 107,545 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2016 107,040 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2015 106,290 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 105,717 miles

Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 16 Dec 2013 103,472 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 97,989 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2011 91,056 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2011 91,056 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 85,662 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 79,513 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 74,326 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2007 70,720 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2006 63,665 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?

Based on 909,077 MOT tests across 81,250 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
3,561
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
81,250
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 34,485
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,052
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 12,020
Brake pipe excessively corroded 11,165
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 10,319
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2 LBR is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 106,381 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xj fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 34,485 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 2 LBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xj typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 2 LBR?

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What year was 2 LBR registered?

2 LBR is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 April 1996.

Is 2 LBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for 2 LBR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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