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J40 RBW

1996 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests23 (14 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate60.9%

Mileage

128,506 mi
Last recorded128,506 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2019
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 RBW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

14 pass 9 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2019 128,506 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 128,414 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2016 125,539 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2016 124,554 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Fail 27 Jan 2016 124,509 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2015 114,473 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 18 Mar 2015 114,473 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2014 105,536 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012

Oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2011 85,756 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

oil leaks,gearbox,differential and engine

Fail 12 Apr 2011 85,756 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

oil leaks,gearbox,differential and engine

Pass 16 Apr 2010 82,424 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2010 82,424 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 76,557 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 76,556 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 3 Apr 2009 76,346 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Steering column top mounting bracket insecure (2.1.2d)

Fail 15 Apr 2008 69,118 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

rear axle has an oil leak

Pass 15 Apr 2008 69,118 miles

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

rear axle has an oil leak

Pass 17 Apr 2007 60,325 miles

Engine has an oil leak

Rear diff leaking oil

Fail 17 Apr 2007 69,325 miles

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

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

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

Engine has an oil leak

Rear diff has an oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2006 52,248 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2006 52,248 miles

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

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

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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J40 RBW is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J40 RBW, 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 J40 RBW registered?

J40 RBW is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is J40 RBW safe to buy?

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