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A16 KRG

1996 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

25,232 mi
Last recorded25,232 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA16 KRG
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 31 Mar 2026 25,232 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative warning lit (7.1.5 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

non o/e fit bonnet mascot fitted

roof lining insecure

Pass 19 Feb 2024 24,918 miles

Nearside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 24,714 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 24,447 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2019 24,255 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 24,213 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Mar 2017 23,934 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 23,739 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 28 Jun 2012 23,613 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 23,014 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 22,709 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 22,116 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2005 21,543 miles

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

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

nail in o/s/r tyre

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 KRG is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,980cc 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 KRG, 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 KRG registered?

A16 KRG is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is A16 KRG safe to buy?

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