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P457 SGK

1997 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,754 mi
Last recorded90,754 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xjr102,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP457 SGK
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 90,754 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2024 90,731 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2023 90,717 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 90,585 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 90,482 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 90,126 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 90,079 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2011 90,011 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

drive belts deteriorated

Pass 4 Jun 2010 89,923 miles

supercgarger belt deteriorated and idler pulley worn

Pass 15 May 2009 89,919 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

alternator belt deteriorated

Pass 16 May 2008 89,578 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 88,449 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 86,650 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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P457 SGK is a 1997 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P457 SGK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P457 SGK registered?

P457 SGK is a 1997 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 29 January 1997.

Is P457 SGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P457 SGK shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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