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L88 MRW

1997 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

56,517 mi
Last recorded56,517 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL88 MRW
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 56,517 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2015 563,277 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 57,300 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 54,744 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 51,076 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 51,076 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 49,004 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 43,408 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2008 41,345 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 41,338 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2007 37,989 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 33,788 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 33,788 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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L88 MRW is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 L88 MRW, 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 L88 MRW registered?

L88 MRW is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 15 November 1997.

Is L88 MRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L88 MRW shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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