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AJM 635

1996 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 5993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2025
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

162,677 mi
Last recorded162,677 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAJM 635
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,993cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Fail 17 Dec 2025 162,677 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Dec 2024 159,199 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Dec 2023 154,160 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 148,582 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2021 145,124 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2020 142,533 miles

Offside rear drive shaft universal joint slight play.

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 May 2019 138,215 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 132,978 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 126,754 miles
Pass 25 May 2016 118,495 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 111,447 miles

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 27 May 2014 105,734 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 101,364 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 95,060 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 90,018 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 85,028 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 80,701 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 76,390 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 71,576 miles

Oil leak

Pass 7 Jun 2006 65,847 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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AJM 635 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 5,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 AJM 635, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AJM 635 registered?

AJM 635 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 27 August 1996.

Is AJM 635 safe to buy?

The MOT history for AJM 635 shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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