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A9 FJW

1997 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

37,625 mi
Last recorded37,625 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA9 FJW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 37,625 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2024 37,502 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 5 Sep 2024 37,502 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 37,351 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 37,197 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2021 37,144 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 37,030 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 36,859 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 16 Aug 2018 36,225 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 35,377 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2016 35,045 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 34,325 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 33,442 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 32,973 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 32,293 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 32,293 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 31,668 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2010 30,412 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 29,080 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 28,734 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2007 27,859 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 26,903 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2005 25,822 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 FJW is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 A9 FJW, 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 A9 FJW registered?

A9 FJW is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is A9 FJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for A9 FJW shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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