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KIW 672

1997 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,448 mi
Last recorded86,448 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2015
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKIW 672
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2015 86,448 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Sep 2014 83,841 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2014 83,841 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2013 81,073 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 78,561 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 78,560 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 76,135 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 72,116 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 67,004 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2008 60,854 miles

slight movement in n earside front lower shock bush

Pass 16 Apr 2007 53,727 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2006 53,324 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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KIW 672 is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 KIW 672, 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 KIW 672 registered?

KIW 672 is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 20 February 1997.

Is KIW 672 safe to buy?

The MOT history for KIW 672 shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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