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A2 FLF

1997 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

130,156 mi
Last recorded130,156 miles
Recorded on10 Jan 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA2 FLF
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jan 2025 130,156 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 126,738 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2023 123,340 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2022 119,631 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2020 119,593 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2019 118,343 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 118,317 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2018 117,357 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 115,979 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 115,158 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 113,363 miles

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

Pass 19 Sep 2014 112,222 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 110,523 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 109,632 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 108,382 miles

Numberplates do not comply

Pass 25 Aug 2010 106,848 miles

Numberplates do not comply

Pass 18 Sep 2009 105,616 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 104,801 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2007 103,971 miles
Pass 15 May 2006 97,633 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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A2 FLF is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 A2 FLF, 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 A2 FLF registered?

A2 FLF is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 22 January 1997.

Is A2 FLF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A2 FLF shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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