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B6 STM

1997 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,305 mi
Last recorded70,305 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB6 STM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 70,305 miles
Fail 21 May 2026 70,305 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2025 70,260 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 70,260 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2024 70,253 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 70,234 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2021 70,227 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 70,227 miles

Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2019 70,212 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 70,205 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2017 69,991 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 69,965 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2015 69,880 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 69,599 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 69,343 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 68,709 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2011 68,520 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 68,345 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 68,288 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)

Pass 23 May 2007 67,858 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 67,573 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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B6 STM is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,996cc 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 B6 STM, 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 B6 STM registered?

B6 STM is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is B6 STM safe to buy?

The MOT history for B6 STM shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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