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J200 PHB

1997 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

65,851 mi
Last recorded65,851 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ200 PHB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2026 65,851 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush covering perishing (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush covering perishing (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 24 Feb 2025 65,545 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2024 65,197 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 64,704 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 63,639 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 63,429 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 60,652 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 55,579 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 48,812 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 39,119 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 34,751 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 26,514 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 26,307 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2012 23,147 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 22,402 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 22,167 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 21,411 miles

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 22 Jul 2008 20,189 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2007 19,258 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 18,414 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2005 17,014 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2005 17,014 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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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J200 PHB is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 J200 PHB, 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

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What year was J200 PHB registered?

J200 PHB is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 15 August 1997.

Is J200 PHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for J200 PHB shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does J200 PHB have outstanding finance?

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