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B15 CLE

1985 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 4235cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Dec 2006
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

129,913 mi
Last recorded129,913 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2005
Typical for 1985 Jaguar Xj78,881 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 CLE
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,235cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 29 Dec 2005 129,913 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Pass 29 Dec 2005 129,913 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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B15 CLE is a 1985 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 78,881 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 B15 CLE, 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 41 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B15 CLE registered?

B15 CLE is a 1985 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 4 January 1985.

Is B15 CLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for B15 CLE shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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