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IUI 1493

1997 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2011
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

148,730 mi
Last recorded148,730 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2010
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIUI 1493
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 29 Nov 2010 148,730 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 30 Nov 2009 146,181 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2008 141,632 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 134,298 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 129,781 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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IUI 1493 is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 IUI 1493, 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

How do I check the history of IUI 1493?

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What year was IUI 1493 registered?

IUI 1493 is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is IUI 1493 safe to buy?

The MOT history for IUI 1493 shows 5 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 IUI 1493 have outstanding finance?

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