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J888 RTP

1999 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

113,390 mi
Last recorded113,390 miles
Recorded on8 May 2013
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Xj87,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ888 RTP
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2013 113,390 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

heavy surface corrosion under vehicle

slight corrosion on inner wings

Pass 22 May 2012 112,555 miles

slight corrosion on front inner wheel arches

Fail 16 May 2012 112,550 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

slight corrosion on front inner wheel arches

Pass 26 Sep 2009 111,670 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2009 111,655 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 108,586 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 14,808 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2007 104,803 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Sep 2006 94,270 miles

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

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 RTP is a 1999 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 87,382 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 J888 RTP, 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 27 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of J888 RTP?

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What year was J888 RTP registered?

J888 RTP is a 1999 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 25 November 1999.

Is J888 RTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for J888 RTP shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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