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IJI 363

1985 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 5343cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

73,512 mi
Last recorded73,512 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 1985 Jaguar Xj78,881 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIJI 363
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,343cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 73,512 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 73,448 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 73,205 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 73,086 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2021 72,447 miles

all tyres slightly perished

Pass 12 Aug 2020 72,331 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2020 72,331 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 71,849 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 71,451 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 71,145 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 70,766 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 70,024 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

fuel cap seals slightly deteriorated

Pass 18 Mar 2014 69,220 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

fuel cap seals slightly deteriorated

Pass 10 Apr 2013 68,658 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 68,646 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

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

Pass 19 Jan 2010 68,179 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 22 Oct 2008 68,149 miles

Suspension joint nearside upper dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

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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IJI 363 is a 1985 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 5,343cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1985 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.9% with a typical mileage of 78,881 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 IJI 363, 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 41 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of IJI 363?

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What year was IJI 363 registered?

IJI 363 is a 1985 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 6 August 1985.

Is IJI 363 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IJI 363 shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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