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C8 GLC

1997 Jaguar Xjr

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

150,194 mi
Last recorded150,194 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2019
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xjr102,126 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC8 GLC
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2019 150,194 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 147,472 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 145,018 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 140,514 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Fail 20 Oct 2015 140,509 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 131,527 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

both front windows tinted

Pass 13 Apr 2013 132,691 miles

nearside and offside front windows tinted

Pass 14 Apr 2012 127,648 miles

windows tinted

Pass 9 Apr 2011 123,907 miles

both drivers n passeners door glass tinted

Pass 13 Apr 2010 121,084 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 116,888 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 114,316 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 110,224 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 110,224 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2006 103,732 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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)

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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C8 GLC is a 1997 Jaguar Xjr in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 102,126 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C8 GLC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C8 GLC registered?

C8 GLC is a 1997 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 18 November 1997.

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