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OV12 HZL

2012 Jaguar Xj

Grey Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

160,373 mi
Last recorded160,373 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2012 Jaguar Xj65,030 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV12 HZL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2012
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 160,373 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 145,391 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2022 80,926 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2021 80,826 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 74,471 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2019 55,237 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2018 52,644 miles

offside wiper blade smearing slightly

Fail 31 Jul 2018 52,642 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a)) DANGEROUS

offside wiper blade smearing slightly

Pass 31 Jul 2017 46,998 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2017 46,924 miles

Nearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 35,578 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 27,306 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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OV12 HZL is a 2012 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 OV12 HZL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV12 HZL registered?

OV12 HZL is a 2012 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 July 2012.

Is OV12 HZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV12 HZL shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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