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JAG 876Y

1997 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

121,059 mi
Last recorded121,059 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2012
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJAG 876Y
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2012 121,059 miles

all brake hose furrels sligthly corroded

all prescribed areas slightly corroded

both sills slightly corroded

Fail 26 Jan 2012 121,060 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

rear subframe corroded

vehicle has signs of corrosion underneath

Pass 22 Nov 2010 120,305 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 118,555 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 116,384 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 114,449 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 109,350 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 104,365 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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JAG 876Y is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 JAG 876Y, 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 JAG 876Y registered?

JAG 876Y is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 January 1997.

Is JAG 876Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for JAG 876Y shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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