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P40 XJS

1996 Jaguar Xjs

Red Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

6,763 mi
Last recorded6,763 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2024
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xjs74,717 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP40 XJS
MakeJaguar
ModelXjs
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2024 6,763 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 6,727 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2019 6,722 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 6,674 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2016 6,647 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 6,638 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 6,366 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 6,055 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 5,998 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 5,351 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 5,143 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 5,044 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2008 5,044 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 4,826 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 4,361 miles

How Reliable is the Jaguar Xjs?

Based on 127,020 MOT tests across 12,009 vehicles.

74.2%
Pass Rate
540
Miles/Year
44
Year Lifespan
12,009
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 5,735
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,722
brake binding 4,089
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,050
parking brake recording little or no effort 3,046
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P40 XJS is a 1996 Jaguar Xjs in Red with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xjs models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 74,717 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Jaguar Xjs fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 5,735 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P40 XJS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Jaguar Xjs typically stays on UK roads for around 44 years. At 30 years old, this Jaguar Xjs is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P40 XJS?

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What year was P40 XJS registered?

P40 XJS is a 1996 Jaguar Xjs, first registered on 7 August 1996.

Is P40 XJS safe to buy?

The MOT history for P40 XJS shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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