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J60 EDC

1996 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

94,871 mi
Last recorded94,871 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ60 EDC
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 94,871 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2024 94,509 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2024 94,481 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 4 Jul 2023 93,146 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2022 92,991 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 92,011 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020 90,399 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2019 88,937 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2019 88,927 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 May 2018 88,237 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 86,877 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Oil leak ()

Pass 14 May 2016 84,095 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 12 May 2015 79,007 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 76,709 miles

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

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

Pass 15 May 2013 73,411 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 16 May 2012 71,603 miles

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)

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 16 May 2012 71,603 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Fail 15 May 2012 71,574 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)

front tyre wear on inner edges

Pass 20 May 2011 71,134 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2010 69,975 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2009 69,351 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 68,057 miles
Pass 3 May 2007 66,499 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 64,195 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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J60 EDC is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 J60 EDC, 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

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What year was J60 EDC registered?

J60 EDC is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 21 May 1996.

Is J60 EDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J60 EDC shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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