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J10 EJX

1996 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2023
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

148,801 mi
Last recorded148,801 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ10 EJX
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 148,801 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle under body corroded

Pass 1 Dec 2021 146,969 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2020 144,785 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 144,212 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2018 142,130 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 138,353 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 135,325 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2014 135,318 miles

Oil leak

advise handbrake adjustment

both front tyres cracking

both rear lower shock absorber bushes weak

front coil springs corroded

nsr tyre deteriorating

steering rack bushes weak

Pass 8 Nov 2013 135,316 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 133,891 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

offside front wing pannel corroded

slight play in steering rack bushes

unable to clearly view all brake pads

Pass 8 Jun 2010 128,956 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2009 126,283 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 126,283 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 30 May 2008 123,664 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 May 2007 119,828 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 118,202 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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J10 EJX is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 J10 EJX, 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 J10 EJX registered?

J10 EJX is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 7 March 1996.

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The MOT history for J10 EJX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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