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N99 SSH

1996 Jaguar Xjr

Silver Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

111,208 mi
Last recorded111,208 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xjr107,316 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN99 SSH
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 111,208 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 111,208 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2024 111,063 miles

Rear Gearbox mounting defective ()

Pass 14 Jun 2023 110,819 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 110,806 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 110,559 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 109,903 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 109,590 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 109,199 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2015 108,086 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 107,537 miles

Snow tyres fitted to rear

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 106,579 miles
Pass 29 May 2012 105,959 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 May 2011 105,315 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 104,919 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 104,273 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2008 102,765 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 99,150 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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N99 SSH is a 1996 Jaguar Xjr in Silver with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 107,316 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N99 SSH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 30 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N99 SSH registered?

N99 SSH is a 1996 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 23 January 1996.

Is N99 SSH safe to buy?

The MOT history for N99 SSH shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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