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GC16 XKL

2016 Jaguar Xj

Red Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

76,916 mi
Last recorded76,916 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Jaguar Xj45,233 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGC16 XKL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 76,916 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2025 76,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 245/40R20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 69,757 miles

coolant level below min topped up to max

tyres wearing unevenly

Pass 31 Oct 2023 62,780 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust heat shield insecure not likely to fall of

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear inner sidewalls slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front inner outer (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 55,997 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2021 48,832 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 47,232 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 41,062 miles
Fail 22 May 2019 41,062 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Bald on inner edge with cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre bald on inner edge but not a full cut thread and cords not exposed at time of testing

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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GC16 XKL is a 2016 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 GC16 XKL, 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.

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What year was GC16 XKL registered?

GC16 XKL is a 2016 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 28 May 2016.

Is GC16 XKL safe to buy?

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