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OV16 ERK

2016 Jaguar Xj

Blue Diesel 2993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,880 mi
Last recorded98,880 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Jaguar Xj45,233 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV16 ERK
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2025 98,880 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 85,034 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 72,374 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 61,543 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 26 Aug 2022 61,543 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Both (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. Spacesaver fitted (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative Indicating fault (not monitoring o/s/f) (5.2.3 (h))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded on inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 48,717 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2020 37,252 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 34,708 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 31,160 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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OV16 ERK is a 2016 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 2,993cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.2% with a typical mileage of 45,233 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 OV16 ERK, 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 10 years old, this Jaguar Xj is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was OV16 ERK registered?

OV16 ERK is a 2016 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 29 March 2016.

Is OV16 ERK safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV16 ERK shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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