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C999 TAB

1986 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jun 2025
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

18,171 mi
Last recorded18,171 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 1986 Jaguar Xj83,124 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC999 TAB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1986
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2024 18,171 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 18 Jun 2024 18,171 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 18,171 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2022 18,171 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2021 18,171 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 18,171 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 18,171 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 18,171 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2017 18,171 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 21 Apr 2016 18,171 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 18,171 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2007 18,171 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2006 18,171 miles

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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C999 TAB is a 1986 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 C999 TAB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C999 TAB registered?

C999 TAB is a 1986 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 April 1986.

Is C999 TAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C999 TAB shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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