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MKM 281

1996 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

100,126 mi
Last recorded100,126 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMKM 281
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2026 100,126 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2025 99,698 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 99,139 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2024 99,139 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 98,550 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 98,227 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2021 97,807 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 97,490 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 97,070 miles

Both rear exhaust silencers corroded

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

Fail 8 Jul 2019 97,070 miles

Both rear exhaust silencers corroded

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Aug 2018 96,640 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 95,605 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 94,787 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 94,067 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2014 92,810 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jul 2013 91,277 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 89,868 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2011 87,200 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Pass 13 Jul 2010 84,936 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 82,585 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 79,632 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 78,585 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 76,748 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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MKM 281 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 106,381 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 MKM 281, 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 30 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 MKM 281 registered?

MKM 281 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is MKM 281 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MKM 281 shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MKM 281 have outstanding finance?

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