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GIW 5401

1996 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,858 mi
Last recorded135,858 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2008
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGIW 5401
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2008 135,858 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

SLIGHT PLAY IN STEERING. SLIGHT PLAY IN REAR SUSPENSION ARMS.

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 131,446 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2006 128,078 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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GIW 5401 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 106,381 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 GIW 5401, 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 30 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GIW 5401?

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What year was GIW 5401 registered?

GIW 5401 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is GIW 5401 safe to buy?

The MOT history for GIW 5401 shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GIW 5401 have outstanding finance?

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