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L297 AVL

1994 Jaguar Xjs

Purple Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

99,503 mi
Last recorded99,503 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2026
Typical for 1994 Jaguar Xjs88,252 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL297 AVL
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1994
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 6 Aug 2026 99,503 miles

Central Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill to floor corroded chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to inner sill chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor seat mounting chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor to inner sill corroded chalked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2025 95,319 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 94,326 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 94,318 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 93,907 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2020 92,912 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 91,380 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 88,683 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2017 86,038 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 83,288 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2016 83,288 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jun 2015 83,110 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2014 82,790 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2013 82,356 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 81,701 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 81,035 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 80,137 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 79,640 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 78,762 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 77,611 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2007 77,611 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2006 75,485 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2006 75,485 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjs?

Based on 127,020 MOT tests across 12,009 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
12,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,735
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,722
brake binding 4,089
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,050
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,046
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L297 AVL is a 1994 Jaguar Xjs in Purple with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1994 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 88,252 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L297 AVL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjs typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 32 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L297 AVL registered?

L297 AVL is a 1994 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 1 January 1994.

Is L297 AVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for L297 AVL shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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