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N813 BNU

1996 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

130,886 mi
Last recorded130,886 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2014
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN813 BNU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc
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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2014 130,886 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 128,336 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2012 125,415 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2012 125,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 121,050 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 118,060 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2010 118,060 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.D.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 117,425 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 112,519 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2007 107,762 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 102,787 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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N813 BNU is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 N813 BNU, 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 N813 BNU registered?

N813 BNU is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 16 May 1996.

Is N813 BNU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N813 BNU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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