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J300 MHM

1996 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

100,510 mi
Last recorded100,510 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ300 MHM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 100,510 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 100,347 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 99,768 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Nov 2022 99,766 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 98,942 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2021 98,942 miles

Central Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 98,339 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 97,341 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 95,868 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 94,910 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 94,044 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 92,641 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 88,567 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 84,253 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 83,934 miles

rear exhaust deteriated

Pass 6 Jul 2011 83,308 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front tyres and offside rear tyres starting to crack slightly on sidewalls

Pass 14 Jun 2010 82,825 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 81,958 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 80,495 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 78,800 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2006 77,723 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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J300 MHM is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 J300 MHM, 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 J300 MHM?

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What year was J300 MHM registered?

J300 MHM is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 12 August 1996.

Is J300 MHM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J300 MHM shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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