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M888 MMM

1997 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

62,162 mi
Last recorded62,162 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xj101,018 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM888 MMM
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 62,162 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2013 62,176 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2013 62,089 miles

Nearside Front Gas suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Pass 31 Oct 2012 62,163 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside front brake disc backplate noisey when tapped

Pass 13 Oct 2011 62,002 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 61,922 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2009 60,542 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 58,044 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 55,732 miles

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

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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M888 MMM is a 1997 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 M888 MMM, 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 M888 MMM registered?

M888 MMM is a 1997 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 November 1997.

Is M888 MMM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M888 MMM shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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