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CIW 250

1985 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 5345cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

49,631 mi
Last recorded49,631 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Jaguar Xj78,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCIW 250
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,345cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 49,631 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2021 42,472 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2016 42,356 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 41,511 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 41,353 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2014 41,353 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 May 2012 41,353 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 41,353 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 41,360 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 41,380 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2007 41,353 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2006 41,353 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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CIW 250 is a 1985 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 5,345cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1985 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 78,881 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 CIW 250, 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 41 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CIW 250?

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What year was CIW 250 registered?

CIW 250 is a 1985 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 February 1985.

Is CIW 250 safe to buy?

The MOT history for CIW 250 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CIW 250 have outstanding finance?

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