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AEG 62Y

1998 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

96,662 mi
Last recorded96,662 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAEG 62Y
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 96,662 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 96,646 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 96,354 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 95,901 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2014 95,890 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2013 95,750 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 95,443 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 95,220 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2010 93,769 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 92,222 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2009 92,222 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 24 Jan 2009 90,216 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 24 Jan 2008 85,168 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 77,453 miles

both rear wheel bearings minimal play

osr tyre very low

Pass 25 Jan 2006 71,570 miles

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

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

Rear discs rusty

Slight play in both rear suspension joints

Tyre size (225/60ZR16)

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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AEG 62Y is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AEG 62Y, 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 AEG 62Y registered?

AEG 62Y is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 October 1998.

Is AEG 62Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for AEG 62Y shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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