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J19 XJS

1996 Jaguar Xj

Maroon Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Apr 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

108,625 mi
Last recorded108,625 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ19 XJS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourMaroon
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2025 108,625 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 108,592 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

o/s/f brake pad warning light wire detached

Pass 12 Apr 2023 108,549 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2022 106,765 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Apr 2021 106,612 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2020 105,573 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 103,587 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2019 103,587 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Apr 2018 101,234 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 101,234 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 May 2017 98,282 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

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

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 20 Jun 2016 97,425 miles

Front coil spring corroded both sides (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 94,536 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2014 92,062 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2013 89,147 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2012 86,498 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2011 83,277 miles

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 80,097 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Jun 2009 79,555 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 75,983 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 72,585 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2006 69,893 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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J19 XJS is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Maroon with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 J19 XJS, 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.

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What year was J19 XJS registered?

J19 XJS is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 2 May 1996.

Is J19 XJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J19 XJS 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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