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P234 SPU

1997 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Oct 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

73,591 mi
Last recorded73,591 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2012
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xjr102,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP234 SPU
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2012 73,591 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 73,228 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2010 72,407 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 71,156 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 68,482 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2008 68,482 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 66,291 miles

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

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

Offside and nearside front tyres wearing unevenly

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 6 Oct 2006 64,417 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2005 61,301 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjr?

Based on 83,224 MOT tests across 6,293 vehicles.

76.2%
Pass Rate
2,952
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
6,293
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,708
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,269
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,231
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 997
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 918
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P234 SPU is a 1997 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 102,126 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjr fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 3,708 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P234 SPU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjr typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P234 SPU registered?

P234 SPU is a 1997 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 8 January 1997.

Is P234 SPU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P234 SPU 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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