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P480 MHL

1997 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Nov 2026
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,488 mi
Last recorded77,488 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2025
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xjr102,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP480 MHL
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc
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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2025 77,488 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2019 76,875 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 75,224 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2017 72,708 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 70,043 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 67,063 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 63,552 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2012 63,168 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 62,795 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 62,278 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 62,064 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2007 61,325 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 60,074 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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P480 MHL 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 P480 MHL, 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 P480 MHL registered?

P480 MHL is a 1997 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 1 March 1997.

Is P480 MHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for P480 MHL 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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