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P8 HBP

1998 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2018
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

135,708 mi
Last recorded135,708 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 HBP
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Jul 2017 135,708 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2015 134,110 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 133,998 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 133,998 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 133,967 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 133,221 miles

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

Fail 18 Jun 2011 132,309 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Jun 2011 132,309 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 131,029 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 129,901 miles

n/s/f inner arch near suspension crack evident no corrosion visible further inspection needed

Pass 24 Apr 2008 129,115 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2007

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2007

Rear Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 24 Mar 2006 124,101 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight play in offside steering rack

uneven wear in nearside front tyre

wear in nearside front lower anti roll bar link bush

Pass 24 Mar 2006 124,101 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

slight play in offside steering rack

uneven wear in nearside front tyre

wear in nearside front lower anti roll bar link bush

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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P8 HBP is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.9% with a typical mileage of 91,188 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 P8 HBP, 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 28 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P8 HBP registered?

P8 HBP is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 9 October 1998.

Is P8 HBP safe to buy?

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