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J300 PLH

1997 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

115,651 mi
Last recorded115,651 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2024
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ300 PLH
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 Oct 2024 115,651 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill along lenth of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor to sill along lenth of vehicle (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

corrosion off side front floor

front suspension corroded

main fuel pipe corroded

repair to off side front wing

Pass 17 Nov 2023 114,811 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip in screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

under body corrosion

Pass 8 Nov 2022 113,573 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

corrosion off side floor to sill

corrosion off side front inner wing

front suspension corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2021 112,585 miles

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 111,196 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear floor to sill corroded

Offside Rear floor to sill corroded

under body under sealed

Pass 8 Nov 2019 110,134 miles

Both front track rod end boots starting to crack and perish but still preventing the ingress of dirt

Pass 31 Oct 2018 108,932 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 107,572 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 107,569 miles

Front Brake pad(s) insecure (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 105,980 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 103,839 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 101,376 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 98,705 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 96,006 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 92,325 miles

Drivers seat linkages worn causing seat movement

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

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

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

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

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 26 Oct 2010 88,613 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 84,059 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 84,053 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Oct 2008 77,753 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2007 73,837 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Nov 2007 73,837 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 6 Nov 2006 68,780 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 PLH is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 J300 PLH, 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.

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What year was J300 PLH registered?

J300 PLH is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 19 February 1997.

Is J300 PLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for J300 PLH shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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