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J10 VJJ

1997 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,417 mi
Last recorded25,417 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ10 VJJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 25,417 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2025 25,040 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 24,663 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 24,373 miles

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both side (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 23,606 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 7 Sep 2020 22,704 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 22,485 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2017 22,390 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 22,344 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 22,088 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 22,048 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2013 21,013 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2013 21,013 miles

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

both rear tyres are deteriorated/cracks in rubber

Pass 14 Nov 2012 20,037 miles

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

minor cracks on both rear tyres

Pass 17 Nov 2011 19,779 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

fuel cap cracked

Pass 9 Nov 2010 19,518 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 19,258 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 18,931 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 18,378 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2006 17,565 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 17,553 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Nov 2005 17,464 miles

n/s front tyre has very low tread depth on inside edge .....worn to 1.6mm

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 VJJ is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J10 VJJ, 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 J10 VJJ?

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What year was J10 VJJ registered?

J10 VJJ is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is J10 VJJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J10 VJJ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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