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A16 DLJ

1996 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

54,098 mi
Last recorded54,098 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2024
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 DLJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2024 54,098 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 53,690 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 53,640 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2020 53,512 miles

wiper smearing

Pass 8 Jul 2013 53,067 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2013 53,067 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 51,679 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 49,076 miles

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

Pass 30 Jun 2010 46,681 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 43,468 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 40,182 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 37,384 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 35,515 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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A16 DLJ is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 A16 DLJ, 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 A16 DLJ registered?

A16 DLJ is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 May 1996.

Is A16 DLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A16 DLJ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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