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DUB 26Y

1998 Jaguar Xj

Beige Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

66,821 mi
Last recorded66,821 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDUB 26Y
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 66,821 miles

Surface corrosion to various suspension components

Pass 20 Jan 2025 65,816 miles

Coil spring corroded all four springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

underside corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2024 64,299 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2023 62,480 miles

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 17 Jan 2023 62,472 miles

Rear Sub-frame insecurely attached a frame bushes (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 18 Jan 2022 61,778 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 58,700 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2019 57,434 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 53,553 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 48,608 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 42,197 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 36,170 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 35,306 miles
Pass 10 May 2012 34,828 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2011 34,560 miles

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 14 May 2010 34,342 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 34,235 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 33,779 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 32,153 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 32,137 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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DUB 26Y is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Beige with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 91,188 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 DUB 26Y, 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 28 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 DUB 26Y registered?

DUB 26Y is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 24 April 1998.

Is DUB 26Y safe to buy?

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