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496 GOW

1999 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,186 mi
Last recorded28,186 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Xj87,382 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration496 GOW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2026 28,186 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2024 27,799 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 27,764 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2022 27,606 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn low inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 27,515 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 27,413 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 27,254 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 26,966 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 26,838 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 26,642 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 26,430 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 25,163 miles

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Pass 22 Jul 2011 23,443 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 21,621 miles

front number plate cracked

n/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Pass 9 Jul 2009 21,070 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 19,895 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front number plate cracked

o/s/r tyre 2.5mm

Pass 12 Jul 2007 18,474 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 16,207 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2005 13,906 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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496 GOW is a 1999 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 87,382 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 496 GOW, 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 27 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 496 GOW?

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What year was 496 GOW registered?

496 GOW is a 1999 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 17 June 1999.

Is 496 GOW safe to buy?

The MOT history for 496 GOW shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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