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A20 YSM

1998 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

59,639 mi
Last recorded59,639 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 YSM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2025 59,639 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2025 59,618 miles

Nearside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill holed at front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing play so excessive that directional control is impaired (5.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Nov 2024 59,306 miles

surface rust on front and rear suspension

Pass 7 Nov 2023 59,281 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2022 58,602 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 58,486 miles

surface rust on front and rear suspension

Fail 19 Jul 2021 58,482 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

surface rust on front and rear suspension

Pass 7 Jul 2020 58,458 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 56,175 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2018 55,441 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 51,779 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 51,437 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 51,113 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 50,655 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 47,133 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 46,236 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 45,039 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2011 45,037 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2010 44,407 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 43,281 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2008 41,299 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2007 39,392 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2006 36,827 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2006 36,821 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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A20 YSM is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 A20 YSM, 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 A20 YSM?

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What year was A20 YSM registered?

A20 YSM is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is A20 YSM safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 YSM shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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