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NB53 GBS

2012 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Oct 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

174,026 mi
Last recorded174,026 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2019
Typical for 2012 Jaguar Xj65,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNB53 GBS
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2012
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2019 174,026 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inner edges, more pressure required (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 174,026 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn outer adjustable rear track joint/pin worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/45-19 (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres wearing on inner edges, more pressure required (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 120,400 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2018 120,400 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn badly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn badly on inner edge through to cords, 275/40-17 (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Apr 2017 82,506 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 67,123 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2015 38,746 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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NB53 GBS is a 2012 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2012 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.4% with a typical mileage of 65,030 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 NB53 GBS, 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 14 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was NB53 GBS registered?

NB53 GBS is a 2012 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 9 March 2012.

Is NB53 GBS safe to buy?

The MOT history for NB53 GBS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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