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P8 HSL

1998 Jaguar Xj

Red Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

122,609 mi
Last recorded122,609 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP8 HSL
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 122,609 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2024 121,922 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2023 121,444 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

general corrosion through vehicle

Pass 31 May 2022 120,845 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 120,068 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 119,588 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2019 118,624 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 117,152 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2017 116,065 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 114,420 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 112,488 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 109,966 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2013 107,169 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 105,819 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 105,548 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 105,377 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Jan 2009 104,976 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2009 104,976 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside Rear brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Pass 15 Jan 2008 104,000 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Jan 2007 102,616 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2006 100,821 miles

front number plate sligthly cracked

one bulb not working on the centre brake light

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 HSL is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Red with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 HSL, 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.

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What year was P8 HSL registered?

P8 HSL is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is P8 HSL safe to buy?

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