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C12 FFM

1998 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2014
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,666 mi
Last recorded146,666 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2013
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC12 FFM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2013 146,666 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 138,226 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2012 138,226 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 29 Mar 2010 132,385 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS WORN CLOSE TO LIMIT.

Pass 19 Feb 2009 121,264 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS WEARING LOW.

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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C12 FFM is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 91,188 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 C12 FFM, 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 28 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 C12 FFM registered?

C12 FFM is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is C12 FFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for C12 FFM shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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