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MNZ 5449

1998 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,463 mi
Last recorded123,463 miles
Recorded on3 May 2012
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMNZ 5449
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 May 2012 123,463 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 118,912 miles

Nearside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

major oil leaks

rear brake discs pitted

Pass 1 May 2010 117,389 miles

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Fail 1 May 2010 117,389 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 16 May 2009 109,226 miles
Fail 9 May 2009 109,226 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

exhaust or cat rattles

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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MNZ 5449 is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 91,188 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 MNZ 5449, 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 28 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 MNZ 5449 registered?

MNZ 5449 is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 1 January 1998.

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