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A13 FPW

1998 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 FPW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2011

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

nearside and offside front inner wings have corrosion but are not within a pescribed area

Pass 28 Jun 2010 168,311 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 168,311 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2009 166,782 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 161,353 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2007 154,771 miles

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

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

rear brake discs corroded and scored

slight play in both rear wheels

Pass 6 Jul 2007 154,771 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

rear brake discs corroded and scored

slight play in both rear wheels

Pass 1 Jun 2006 145,273 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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A13 FPW is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A13 FPW, 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 A13 FPW?

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What year was A13 FPW registered?

A13 FPW is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 15 April 1998.

Is A13 FPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 FPW shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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