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503 NMF

1998 Jaguar Xj

Beige Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

88,795 mi
Last recorded88,795 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration503 NMF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 17 Sep 2025 88,795 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2024 87,788 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 86,903 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 85,766 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 85,229 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2019 85,202 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 84,118 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 83,454 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 81,973 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 79,896 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 79,544 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2011 78,338 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2010 77,538 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 73,682 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2008 71,678 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2007 69,014 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 64,434 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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503 NMF is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Beige with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 91,188 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 503 NMF, 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 28 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 503 NMF?

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What year was 503 NMF registered?

503 NMF is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 6 January 1998.

Is 503 NMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for 503 NMF shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does 503 NMF have outstanding finance?

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