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A7 MVN

1998 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,944 mi
Last recorded79,944 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 MVN
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 79,944 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 79,046 miles

both rear tyres are starting to crack/perish

Pass 30 Jan 2015 77,161 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2014 73,538 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2014 73,538 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 71,789 miles

Surface corrosion under floor of vehicle and front and rear subframes.

Pass 23 Mar 2012 70,539 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2010 67,700 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 67,661 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 3 Nov 2009 64,155 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 62,261 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Nov 2007 60,030 miles

slight movement on both rear wheels

Pass 13 Oct 2006 55,079 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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A7 MVN is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 A7 MVN, 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

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What year was A7 MVN registered?

A7 MVN is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 20 October 1998.

Is A7 MVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 MVN shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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