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C14 LVR

1998 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

54,939 mi
Last recorded54,939 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC14 LVR
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 54,939 miles
Pass 30 May 2025 54,674 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 54,551 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2022 54,411 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing nearside and offside front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2021 54,245 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2020 54,187 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 54,115 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 52,674 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 52,540 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 52,364 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 52,210 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 51,997 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 51,731 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 51,330 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 51,134 miles
Pass 18 May 2010 50,801 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 50,231 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 49,619 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 49,430 miles
Fail 31 May 2007 49,409 miles

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 15 Feb 2006 46,944 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2006 46,944 miles

Offside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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C14 LVR is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 C14 LVR, 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 C14 LVR registered?

C14 LVR is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is C14 LVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for C14 LVR shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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