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JB51 LVA

2001 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

53,064 mi
Last recorded53,064 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB51 LVA
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Jul 2026 53,064 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 49,881 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 46,830 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2023 44,086 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 41,629 miles

Front Coil spring corroded nearside and offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 38,895 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 36,214 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 36,210 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 35,953 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Aug 2018 35,488 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

nearside and offside rear tyres low on tread

Pass 17 Aug 2017 34,843 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2016 33,387 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 31,909 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2014 28,100 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 26,437 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 24,528 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Aug 2012 24,528 miles

Centre Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 23,060 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 22,040 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 19,505 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2008 18,263 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 16,943 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 14,768 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2005 11,824 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2005 11,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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JB51 LVA is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 79,856 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 JB51 LVA, 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 25 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 JB51 LVA registered?

JB51 LVA is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is JB51 LVA safe to buy?

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