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MDS 2

1996 Jaguar Xjs

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

7,846 mi
Last recorded7,846 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2018
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xjs74,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMDS 2
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2018 7,846 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 7,845 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2015 7,750 miles

Offside Front slight brake bind!

Pass 9 Apr 2014 7,747 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2013 7,706 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 7,706 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Mar 2012 7,681 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2011 7,519 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 7,372 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 7,331 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 7,295 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 7,114 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 7,103 miles

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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MDS 2 is a 1996 Jaguar Xjs in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 74,717 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 MDS 2, 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 30 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 MDS 2 registered?

MDS 2 is a 1996 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 4 April 1996.

Is MDS 2 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MDS 2 shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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