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J888 JNH

1998 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

162,477 mi
Last recorded162,477 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2016
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ888 JNH
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2016 162,477 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 160,387 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 157,584 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 154,832 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 142,343 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Oil leak

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 122,528 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 3 Aug 2010 86,546 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 83,472 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2009 81,882 miles

both front tyres just on legal limit

slight play in offside and nearside lower ball joints

Fail 13 Jan 2009 81,882 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

both front tyres just on legal limit

slight play in offside and nearside lower ball joints

Pass 11 Jan 2008 77,793 miles

corrosion to subframes,suspension mounts/components

Fail 10 Jan 2008 77,791 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

corrosion to subframes,suspension mounts/components

Pass 8 Jan 2007 72,859 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 65,287 miles

P.A.S cooler/pipework damp (behind front bumper)

nearside door mirror broken and insecure

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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J888 JNH is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 91,188 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 J888 JNH, 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 28 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 J888 JNH registered?

J888 JNH is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 20 March 1998.

Is J888 JNH safe to buy?

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