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H2 TLH

1997 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

201,519 mi
Last recorded201,519 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH2 TLH
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 201,519 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2024 200,457 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Sep 2023 197,950 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 193,464 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2021 190,577 miles

Both rear exhaust silencers corroded but not leaking

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by front subframe rear mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by front subframe rear mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2020 189,311 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by front subframe rear mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by front subframe rear mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2019 187,893 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced By front subframe rear mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced by front subframe rear mounting (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2018 185,896 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 184,203 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 178,769 miles

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

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

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

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

slight oil leak from diff

Pass 25 Sep 2015 172,617 miles

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

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

oil leak ( rear diff)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 162,325 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 153,258 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 151,428 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2012 142,253 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 142,246 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 3 Aug 2011 132,666 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2011 132,659 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Pass 26 Jul 2010 123,511 miles

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

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

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

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

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 115,134 miles

possible rear wheel bearings or diff or shafts worn notchy inoperation

Pass 14 Aug 2008 105,609 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2008 105,609 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Aug 2007 97,150 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2007 97,150 miles

Centre Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 87,169 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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H2 TLH is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 101,018 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 H2 TLH, 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 29 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 H2 TLH registered?

H2 TLH is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 25 September 1997.

Is H2 TLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for H2 TLH shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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