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R824 FGP

1998 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

133,797 mi
Last recorded133,797 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2020
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xjr98,646 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR824 FGP
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2020 133,797 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security INNER SILLS BOTH SIDES (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 May 2019 133,296 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 131,298 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 130,986 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 130,085 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Various points (6.1.B.2)

Pass 12 Feb 2015 129,222 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2013 128,984 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 128,123 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2011 125,790 miles
Fail 26 May 2011 125,646 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 121,660 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 118,634 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 112,312 miles

play in rear wheels rear coil springs rusting rust to rear chassis

Fail 7 Apr 2008 112,310 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting loose (2.4.C.3a)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

play in rear wheels rear coil springs rusting rust to rear chassis

Pass 2 Jul 2007 106,102 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 95,450 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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R824 FGP is a 1998 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1998 Jaguar Xjr models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 98,646 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 R824 FGP, 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 28 years old, this Jaguar Xjr is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R824 FGP registered?

R824 FGP is a 1998 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 21 May 1998.

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The MOT history for R824 FGP shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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