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B3 FDB

1997 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2021
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

65,956 mi
Last recorded65,956 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2020
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB3 FDB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 3 Dec 2020 65,956 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2019 65,102 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 62,165 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 60,077 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 58,002 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 56,823 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 56,653 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 56,317 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 56,084 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 55,935 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 55,506 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 54,597 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 51,457 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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B3 FDB is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 B3 FDB, 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 B3 FDB registered?

B3 FDB is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 20 August 1997.

Is B3 FDB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B3 FDB shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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