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A9 CPJ

1996 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

94,765 mi
Last recorded94,765 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 CPJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 94,765 miles

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

Pass 10 Aug 2024 94,201 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2023 94,105 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2022 93,675 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2021 93,307 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2020 92,882 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 92,263 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 91,132 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 90,952 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 90,561 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2015 90,087 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 89,773 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2013 89,443 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 88,965 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 88,965 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2011 88,922 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 88,921 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

both front discs have small lip on edge (readings uneffected)

Fail 15 Jul 2010 88,921 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

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

both front discs have small lip on edge (readings uneffected)

Fail 29 Jun 2009 85,829 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 29 Jun 2009 85,829 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 9 Jul 2008 75,676 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2007 68,723 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 21 Jul 2006 64,517 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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A9 CPJ is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 A9 CPJ, 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 A9 CPJ registered?

A9 CPJ is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 7 May 1996.

Is A9 CPJ safe to buy?

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