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DIG 8463

1996 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests23 (22 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.7%

Mileage

69,180 mi
Last recorded69,180 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDIG 8463
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

22 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 69,180 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 69,176 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2024 69,154 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 68,993 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 68,684 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 68,370 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2020 68,114 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 67,739 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2018 67,092 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 66,768 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 64,757 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 64,000 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 63,434 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 62,650 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 62,170 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 60,898 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2010 59,587 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 56,764 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 54,125 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Fail 23 Jun 2008 54,125 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 51,547 miles

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 50,918 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 49,231 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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DIG 8463 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.7%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 106,381 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 DIG 8463, 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 30 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 DIG 8463 registered?

DIG 8463 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 14 March 1996.

Is DIG 8463 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DIG 8463 shows 23 tests with a 95.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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