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PAU 102W

1998 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2025
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,471 mi
Last recorded34,471 miles
Recorded on29 Jul 2024
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPAU 102W
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 29 Jul 2024 34,471 miles

Front Fluid leak, but not excessive ac compressor leak green dye (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play both (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2022 34,426 miles

all 4 tires cracking on sidewalls

Pass 21 Oct 2021 34,300 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2020 33,905 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Jul 2019 33,683 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 32,256 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 32,149 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has play but ok at time test

Pass 25 Oct 2016 28,506 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2015 26,748 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 23,692 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 23,253 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 23,237 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 22,934 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 22,529 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2009 21,792 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 9 Dec 2008 20,869 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 19,765 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 18,454 miles

slight play in rear axle

Pass 22 Nov 2005 17,035 miles

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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PAU 102W is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 PAU 102W, 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

How do I check the history of PAU 102W?

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What year was PAU 102W registered?

PAU 102W is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 21 January 1998.

Is PAU 102W safe to buy?

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