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NJ51 XWL

2001 Jaguar Xj

Silver Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

52,734 mi
Last recorded52,734 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Jaguar Xj79,856 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ51 XWL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 52,734 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated bottom (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust mounting defective both clamps snapped (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres tread cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 51,284 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2024 50,709 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 50,437 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2022 50,261 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2021 49,930 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 49,329 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 48,692 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 48,024 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 48,024 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded floor (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 47,214 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 46,275 miles

Nearside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Offside Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Pass 30 Jun 2014 44,784 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 44,173 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 43,445 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 41,995 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 40,202 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 38,013 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2008 34,926 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 33,205 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 32,004 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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NJ51 XWL is a 2001 Jaguar Xj in Silver with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 2001 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.8% with a typical mileage of 79,856 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 NJ51 XWL, 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 25 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 NJ51 XWL registered?

NJ51 XWL is a 2001 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is NJ51 XWL safe to buy?

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