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FG51 SZU

2001 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

45,587 mi
Last recorded45,587 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 SZU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 45,587 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2025 45,382 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty lip. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 45,169 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2024 45,169 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 28 Mar 2023 44,887 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 44,483 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 43,703 miles

slight free play noticed in rear suspension (both n/s and o/s whilst jacked up and hanging at full extent)

Pass 18 Mar 2020 43,022 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 41,769 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2018 40,708 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2017 39,201 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 38,760 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 38,296 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 37,481 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 36,462 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 35,609 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 33,838 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 32,247 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 28,782 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Dec 2007 26,492 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 21,496 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2005 19,800 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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FG51 SZU is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 79,856 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 FG51 SZU, 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 25 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 FG51 SZU registered?

FG51 SZU is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is FG51 SZU safe to buy?

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