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A26 ABP

1997 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,031 mi
Last recorded56,031 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA26 ABP
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 56,031 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 51,098 miles
Pass 8 May 2024 50,182 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 49,867 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 49,054 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 13 May 2021 48,916 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 48,759 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 48,454 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2016 47,318 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2016 47,224 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 5 Oct 2015 44,189 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 40,669 miles

Suspension rusty.

Pass 24 Sep 2013 37,597 miles

Suspension rusty.

Fail 17 Sep 2013 37,596 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension rusty.

offside rear exhaust corroded.

Pass 10 Oct 2012 36,418 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 35,154 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2010 33,041 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 30,279 miles

'Jaguar' mascot mounted on front of bonnet.

Fail 8 Oct 2008 27,951 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 8 Oct 2008 27,951 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 24,489 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)

Fail 11 May 2007 23,272 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 11 May 2007 23,272 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)

Pass 19 May 2006 20,883 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 20,883 miles

Front registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)

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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A26 ABP is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 101,018 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 A26 ABP, 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 29 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 A26 ABP registered?

A26 ABP is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A26 ABP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A26 ABP shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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