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K3 SDB

1998 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,485 mi
Last recorded76,485 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2023
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK3 SDB
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2023 76,485 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension components and underbody corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 76,395 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

underbody corroed

Pass 18 Aug 2017 75,972 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2016 74,678 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2015 70,920 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 64,484 miles

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

chips in windscreen

suspension has corrosion and bushes perished

Fail 20 Jun 2014 64,094 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

n/s/r tyre on legal limit

o/s/r tyre on legal limit

rear brake pads low/require checking?

Pass 11 Jul 2013 58,707 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2013 58,697 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

front brake pads low/require checking

tracking

Pass 26 Jan 2010 54,575 miles

n/s/f tyre on legal limit

o/s/f tyre 2mm

tracking out

Pass 21 Jan 2009 48,744 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 42,195 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 38,416 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2006 38,416 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2005 32,567 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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K3 SDB is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 K3 SDB, 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

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What year was K3 SDB registered?

K3 SDB is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 September 1998.

Is K3 SDB safe to buy?

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