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E12 CEW

1998 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

103,914 mi
Last recorded103,914 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2020
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE12 CEW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Jan 2020 103,914 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2019 102,469 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2018 102,416 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 102,142 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 101,733 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 100,231 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 98,284 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 94,178 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 88,274 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 85,968 miles
Pass 11 May 2009 84,589 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edge

could not see front or rear brake pads

Pass 31 Mar 2008 82,815 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2007 78,303 miles

rear tyres wearinr on inner edge

Pass 24 Mar 2006 76,849 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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E12 CEW is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 E12 CEW, 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.

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What year was E12 CEW registered?

E12 CEW is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 12 January 1998.

Is E12 CEW safe to buy?

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