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OV62 MVU

2012 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 2995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jan 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

38,276 mi
Last recorded38,276 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2012 Jaguar Xj65,030 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV62 MVU
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,995cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 38,276 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 31,794 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 31,582 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 30,366 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2021 28,827 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 28,285 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 27,060 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2019 27,036 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Aug 2018 26,491 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has cut, cracks and nail (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has cut and cracks (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2018 26,490 miles

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative OS & NS headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has cut, cracks and nail (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre has cut and cracks (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 25,745 miles

Both rear tyres cracking in tread.

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Sep 2016 24,588 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2015 22,156 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 22,156 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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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OV62 MVU is a 2012 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 2,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 OV62 MVU, 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

How do I check the history of OV62 MVU?

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What year was OV62 MVU registered?

OV62 MVU is a 2012 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 11 October 2012.

Is OV62 MVU safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV62 MVU shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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