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A3 RFV

1996 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2025
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,274 mi
Last recorded64,274 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2024
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA3 RFV
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2024 64,274 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicators (4.2.3 (c))

corrosion to sills, chassis and body

undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 29 Feb 2024 64,274 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to back covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicators (4.2.3 (c))

corrosion to sills, chassis and body

undertrays and covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 15 Feb 2023 64,251 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicators (4.2.3 (c))

surface corrosion to sills, body and chassis

surface corrosion to suspension

Fail 8 Feb 2023 64,251 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in underseal (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp affected by indicators (4.2.3 (c))

surface corrosion to sills, body and chassis

surface corrosion to suspension

Pass 23 Nov 2021 64,204 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

surface corrosion to underside

Fail 23 Nov 2021 64,204 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 23 Nov 2020 64,063 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

surface corrosion to underside

Pass 15 May 2019 63,191 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front and rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

corrosion to underside

Fail 9 May 2019 63,178 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) incorrectly mounted pad friction material detached from back plate dangerous and could fail at any time (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive from rear diff unit (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 62,659 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn at outer edge

Fail 30 Apr 2018 62,659 miles

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

Nearside Rear tyre worn at outer edge

Pass 20 Apr 2017 61,753 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 59,499 miles

surface corrosion to sills, floor and rear suspension components

Pass 6 May 2015 58,430 miles

exhaust corroded

rear chassis and suspension componants corroded

Fail 6 May 2015 58,430 miles

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

exhaust corroded

rear chassis and suspension componants corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2014 57,886 miles

offside and nearside front shock absorber bushes worn

Pass 26 Feb 2013 57,227 miles

slight play at all wheel bearings

Pass 21 Oct 2011 56,074 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 54,954 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2009 54,153 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2008 53,082 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2007 52,175 miles

slight play in near side rear drive shaft

Pass 19 Oct 2006 51,622 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 19 Sep 2005 50,558 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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A3 RFV is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A3 RFV, 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.

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What year was A3 RFV registered?

A3 RFV is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 3 January 1996.

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