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A12 RTK

1996 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

90,678 mi
Last recorded90,678 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2021
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA12 RTK
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2021 90,678 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 83,480 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2018 83,452 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 83,438 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 83,384 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2015 83,250 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 83,192 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2013 82,998 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 82,845 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 82,525 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 82,525 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 82,238 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 81,791 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2008 81,518 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 80,955 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 80,145 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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A12 RTK is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 A12 RTK, 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

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What year was A12 RTK registered?

A12 RTK is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is A12 RTK safe to buy?

The MOT history for A12 RTK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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