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K14 MHS

1997 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,042 mi
Last recorded58,042 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK14 MHS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 1 Jul 2026 58,042 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 57,850 miles

slight diff leak

Pass 17 May 2024 57,635 miles
Pass 24 May 2023 57,379 miles

Front Coil spring corroded bothsides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bothsides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Front Upper Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush bothsides (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule bothsides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2022 57,376 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 57,372 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 57,059 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jul 2019 56,920 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2018 55,664 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 54,433 miles

Offside Rear chassis has light corrosion

Pass 29 Jun 2016 53,488 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 52,368 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2014 50,625 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 49,849 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 48,465 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2011 47,245 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 44,475 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2009 42,748 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 38,521 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2007 34,835 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 32,365 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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K14 MHS is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 K14 MHS, 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 K14 MHS registered?

K14 MHS is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 10 February 1997.

Is K14 MHS safe to buy?

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