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DS16 UDW

2016 Jaguar Xj

Silver Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Apr 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

86,512 mi
Last recorded86,512 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Jaguar Xj45,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS16 UDW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2026 86,512 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 61,829 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2024 55,123 miles

clean emissions

Fail 7 Aug 2024 55,123 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

clean emissions

Pass 7 Nov 2023 52,156 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 49,939 miles

Nearside Outer Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall chunks missing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 16 Jun 2023 49,939 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Outer Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall chunks missing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 44,499 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2022 44,499 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 41,565 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 37,710 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 29,760 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 29,751 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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DS16 UDW is a 2016 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2016 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 45,233 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DS16 UDW, 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 10 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DS16 UDW registered?

DS16 UDW is a 2016 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 29 April 2016.

Is DS16 UDW safe to buy?

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