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GIB 7308

1998 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,915 mi
Last recorded47,915 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIB 7308
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 6 Jun 2026 47,915 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 47,571 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2024 47,212 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts and rears (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 46,778 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2022 46,390 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Mar 2021 45,849 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 45,063 miles

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Aug 2018 43,949 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2017 43,257 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2016 43,238 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2015 43,226 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 43,211 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 43,193 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 43,174 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 43,152 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 43,134 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 43,081 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 43,052 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 43,037 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2006 42,937 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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GIB 7308 is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 GIB 7308, 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 GIB 7308 registered?

GIB 7308 is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 11 September 1998.

Is GIB 7308 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIB 7308 shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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