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BU16 DYB

2016 Jaguar Xj

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

70,530 mi
Last recorded70,530 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Jaguar Xj45,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 DYB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 1 Dec 2025 70,530 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front facing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges and has cuts in tread pattern 245/45-19 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front facing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer edges 245/45-19 (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2024 61,566 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2023 55,402 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Front 3mm Also Perished In Tread Pattern (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Nov 2022 49,181 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front Outer Shoulders (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear 2mm Also Perished Shoulders (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Nov 2021 43,520 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 39,659 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 36,028 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2019 30,210 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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BU16 DYB is a 2016 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2016 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 45,233 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 BU16 DYB, 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 10 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BU16 DYB?

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What year was BU16 DYB registered?

BU16 DYB is a 2016 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 3 March 2016.

Is BU16 DYB safe to buy?

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