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R578 YRJ

1997 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

48,072 mi
Last recorded48,072 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 1997 Jaguar Xjr102,126 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR578 YRJ
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2017 48,072 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 44,788 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded various (3.6.B.2c)

corrosion to structure

Pass 11 Oct 2013 44,768 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Oct 2010 43,049 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 37,805 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 31,293 miles

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

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

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 22,189 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2006 17,892 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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R578 YRJ is a 1997 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 R578 YRJ, 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 R578 YRJ registered?

R578 YRJ is a 1997 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R578 YRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R578 YRJ shows 8 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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