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JIG 8

2001 Jaguar Xj

Beige Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2024
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

31,722 mi
Last recorded31,722 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2023
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIG 8
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2023 31,722 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 31,720 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 31,700 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 31,377 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 31,292 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 Jul 2015 31,010 miles

Slight play in rear wheels

Pass 11 Jul 2014 30,944 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,233 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 29,614 miles

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

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

Offside Front front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 29,212 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Jul 2010 28,631 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

nearside rear and offside rear drive shaft cv joints slight free play

Pass 25 Jun 2009 28,074 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 18 Jul 2008 27,271 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 27,032 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 25,688 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2006 25,678 miles

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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JIG 8 is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Beige with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 JIG 8, 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

How do I check the history of JIG 8?

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What year was JIG 8 registered?

JIG 8 is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 6 April 2001.

Is JIG 8 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIG 8 shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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