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J99 RSC

1997 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

201,580 mi
Last recorded201,580 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ99 RSC
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 201,580 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 201,550 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2023 201,472 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 201,408 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2021 201,182 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2021 201,173 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 201,095 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 200,713 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 200,440 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 199,369 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting worn but its strength is not seriously reduced (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2015 197,563 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 194,504 miles

rear tye near wear limito/s n/s

Pass 8 Oct 2013 190,617 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 188,076 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 183,008 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 177,219 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 171,517 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2008 165,354 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 159,663 miles

Offside Front Lower Ball joint damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 10 Oct 2006 154,320 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2005 145,898 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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J99 RSC is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 J99 RSC, 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.

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What year was J99 RSC registered?

J99 RSC is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 January 1997.

Is J99 RSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J99 RSC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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