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J40 TAA

1997 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

120,499 mi
Last recorded120,499 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ40 TAA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 120,499 miles

Offside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 19 May 2026 120,425 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Subframe mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2025 120,034 miles
Fail 13 May 2025 119,990 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2024 119,251 miles
Pass 22 May 2023 118,095 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 1 Nov 2021 117,746 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 117,052 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 116,941 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 116,297 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 115,477 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 114,533 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 113,483 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 111,443 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 108,812 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 106,238 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 106,238 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 19 Apr 2010 104,659 miles

slight play in rear fulcrum pins and rear wheel bearings

Pass 6 Apr 2009 100,229 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2009 100,154 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 92,110 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 84,516 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 75,124 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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J40 TAA is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 J40 TAA, 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 J40 TAA registered?

J40 TAA is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 18 November 1997.

Is J40 TAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for J40 TAA shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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