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JIG 8977

1998 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

59,800 mi
Last recorded59,800 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJIG 8977
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 59,800 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 59,681 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 58,937 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Jul 2019 58,937 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/60/16/98 w (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Jul 2018 57,364 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2017 54,503 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 52,835 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 52,680 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 49,709 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 49,675 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2013 49,675 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jul 2012 49,440 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 49,450 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Fail 30 Jun 2011 49,356 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 49,356 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 49,099 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 48,548 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2008 48,548 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 12 Oct 2007 47,115 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 4 Oct 2006 45,488 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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JIG 8977 is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 91,188 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 8977, 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 28 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 8977?

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What year was JIG 8977 registered?

JIG 8977 is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is JIG 8977 safe to buy?

The MOT history for JIG 8977 shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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