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J17 JSS

1992 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

63,214 mi
Last recorded63,214 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2025
Typical for 1992 Jaguar Xj114,769 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ17 JSS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1992
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2025 63,214 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 61,216 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 58,816 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 56,415 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2019 56,294 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 52,892 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2016 51,699 miles

Front steering rack slight play in mounting rubbers

Pass 23 Oct 2014 50,449 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2013 48,417 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2013 48,417 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 46,789 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 43,981 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 43,981 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 41,859 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 40,953 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 40,241 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 39,511 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2007 39,490 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt stitching incomplete (5.2.2b)

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

brake pad warning light flashing

Pass 17 May 2006 38,237 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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J17 JSS is a 1992 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 1992 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.7% with a typical mileage of 114,769 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 J17 JSS, 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 34 years old, this Jaguar Xj is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J17 JSS registered?

J17 JSS is a 1992 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 3 July 1992.

Is J17 JSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J17 JSS shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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