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JSS 918N

1997 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

160,556 mi
Last recorded160,556 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJSS 918N
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 160,556 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2022 160,556 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 15 Jan 2021 159,703 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 158,541 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 154,118 miles

corrosion under both front lower inner seals

exhaust blowing around both centre boxes

o/s/f disc backing plate loose , rattling

slight play in all shock bushes

Pass 19 Jan 2018 149,737 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 145,893 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Fail 27 Feb 2017 145,893 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 141,417 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2015 135,886 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2014 130,271 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 125,052 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 118,942 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 113,045 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2011 113,017 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 26 Feb 2010 106,320 miles

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Pass 27 Feb 2009 99,534 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 93,594 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 85,933 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2006 78,413 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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JSS 918N is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 JSS 918N, 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 JSS 918N registered?

JSS 918N is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 14 October 1997.

Is JSS 918N safe to buy?

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