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8550 NU

1998 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Sep 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

49,654 mi
Last recorded49,654 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration8550 NU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 49,654 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2024 49,596 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 49,499 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 49,488 miles
Pass 22 May 2021 49,378 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2019 48,691 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 48,629 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2017 48,629 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2016 48,316 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 47,925 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2014 47,444 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2013 46,355 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 45,426 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2010 45,136 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2009 41,748 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 40,387 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2007 38,861 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 37,625 miles

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

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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8550 NU is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 8550 NU, 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 8550 NU?

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What year was 8550 NU registered?

8550 NU is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is 8550 NU safe to buy?

The MOT history for 8550 NU shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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