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A6 ATS

1997 Jaguar Xk

Blue Petrol 4196cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

120,911 mi
Last recorded120,911 miles
Recorded on28 May 2014
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xk44,272 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA6 ATS
MakeJaguar
ModelXk
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,196cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2014 120,911 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 115,342 miles
Fail 27 May 2013 115,342 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

offside and naerside front floor corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2012 114,302 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 113,096 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 113,082 miles

Front registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Rear registration plate background overprinted or shadowed with text (6.3.1e)

Pass 11 Dec 2009 109,244 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 108,048 miles
Pass 14 May 2007 95,470 miles

n/s/r tyre 2.0mm legal limit 1.6

Pass 28 Jul 2006 93,305 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2005 86,958 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xk?

Based on 156,752 MOT tests across 11,610 vehicles.

84.1%
Pass Rate
2,593
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
11,610
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,872
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 1,213
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 976
Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 839
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 762
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A6 ATS is a 1997 Jaguar Xk in Blue with a 4,196cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar Xk models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.1% with a typical mileage of 44,272 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,872 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A6 ATS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xk typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 29 years old, this Jaguar Xk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A6 ATS registered?

A6 ATS is a 1997 Jaguar Xk, first registered on 4 July 1997.

Is A6 ATS safe to buy?

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