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ALZ 3087

1997 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

102,847 mi
Last recorded102,847 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationALZ 3087
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 102,847 miles

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

some corrosion on n/s front floor

some corrosion on o/s rear inner and outer sill

Pass 2 Nov 2022 101,471 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Oct 2022 101,467 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 99,958 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 99,600 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 99,514 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 99,119 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 97,435 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 95,598 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 93,865 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 92,508 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 91,054 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 89,253 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

nearside front jacking point corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2011 87,444 miles

Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 9 Apr 2010 85,179 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside rear tyre inner wall cracking

oil leak on engine

slight play in both rear hub bushes

Pass 7 Apr 2009 84,359 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 84,353 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Feb 2008 84,072 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 81,879 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 81,816 miles

Offside Rear Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Feb 2006 77,046 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)

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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ALZ 3087 is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 ALZ 3087, 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.

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What year was ALZ 3087 registered?

ALZ 3087 is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 12 February 1997.

Is ALZ 3087 safe to buy?

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