MOT Status
ValidMileage
161,404 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side front outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both side front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Headlamp not working on main beam Both side front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both side front outer edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced
Oil leak, but not excessive
Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 outer sidewall and edges 2057015 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both side front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced vehicle heavily undersealed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
How Reliable is the Jaguar Xj?
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C249 JGL is a 1986 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 4,235cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.
Across all 1986 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 83,124 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 C249 JGL, 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 40 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was C249 JGL registered?
C249 JGL is a 1986 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1986.
Is C249 JGL safe to buy?
The MOT history for C249 JGL shows 7 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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