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L4 BWL

1997 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2024
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

119,617 mi
Last recorded119,617 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2023
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL4 BWL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 19 Dec 2023 119,617 miles

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

Pass 15 Dec 2022 109,418 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2021 109,146 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 108,582 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2019 107,515 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2018 105,838 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 104,424 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 102,427 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 101,099 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 99,544 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 97,892 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 95,336 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 95,416 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 90,703 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 87,765 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2008 84,871 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 81,670 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2006 77,960 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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L4 BWL is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 L4 BWL, 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.

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What year was L4 BWL registered?

L4 BWL is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 8 September 1997.

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