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J12 RXJ

1996 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 5993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

145,809 mi
Last recorded145,809 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ12 RXJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,993cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 145,809 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 145,026 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 143,585 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 140,427 miles

Coil spring corroded front and rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 138,226 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2016 135,377 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes corroded

Pass 3 Nov 2015 130,905 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 126,437 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 6 Nov 2013 123,783 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 20 Sep 2012 120,821 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear mudguard insecure

Pass 5 Sep 2011 116,956 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2010 114,314 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 111,353 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 107,862 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 104,672 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 100,836 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 96,926 miles

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

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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J12 RXJ is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 5,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 J12 RXJ, 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

How do I check the history of J12 RXJ?

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What year was J12 RXJ registered?

J12 RXJ is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is J12 RXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for J12 RXJ shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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