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HJZ 4849

1996 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

108,949 mi
Last recorded108,949 miles
Recorded on30 May 2012
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJZ 4849
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 May 2012 108,949 miles
Pass 30 May 2011 107,643 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 105,855 miles

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

all flexi ferralls greased

both rear wheels have slight play top and bottom

rear diff oil leak

underside has slight corrosion

Pass 21 Aug 2009 105,062 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2009 105,062 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 24 Jul 2008 100,985 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

front brake pad wear indicator wires damaged

rear anti roll bar heavily corroded, not yet excessivley

rear differential leaking oil - some contamination on exhaust box

unable to fully asses brake pads

Pass 24 Jul 2008 100,985 miles

front brake pad wear indicator wires damaged

rear anti roll bar heavily corroded, not yet excessivley

rear differential leaking oil - some contamination on exhaust box

unable to fully asses brake pads

Fail 3 Aug 2007 97,982 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear differential leaking oil

Pass 3 Aug 2007 97,982 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear differential leaking oil

Pass 14 Aug 2006 94,311 miles

rear differential leaking oil

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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HJZ 4849 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 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 HJZ 4849, 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

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What year was HJZ 4849 registered?

HJZ 4849 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 15 January 1996.

Is HJZ 4849 safe to buy?

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