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PBZ 1557

1998 Jaguar Xj

Green Petrol 3248cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

101,924 mi
Last recorded101,924 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2013
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xj91,188 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPBZ 1557
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,248cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2013 101,924 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 100,831 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 99,848 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 98,445 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 98,444 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 11 Jun 2009 95,857 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2009 95,758 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 22 May 2009 95,739 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Apr 2008 93,786 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 92,083 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 90,923 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2006 90,922 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

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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PBZ 1557 is a 1998 Jaguar Xj in Green with a 3,248cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PBZ 1557, 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 PBZ 1557?

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What year was PBZ 1557 registered?

PBZ 1557 is a 1998 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 23 February 1998.

Is PBZ 1557 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PBZ 1557 shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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