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RIB 780

1998 Jaguar Xjr

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,091 mi
Last recorded78,091 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xjr98,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRIB 780
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 17 Jul 2026 78,091 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 78,028 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 76,331 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2023 75,896 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2022 75,665 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2021 75,647 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 75,625 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2019 75,603 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 75,288 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 75,265 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 73,856 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 73,419 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2014 72,434 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013
Pass 17 Jul 2012 70,580 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 68,413 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2010 67,892 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 66,712 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 66,016 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 63,740 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 62,600 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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RIB 780 is a 1998 Jaguar Xjr in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RIB 780, 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

How do I check the history of RIB 780?

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What year was RIB 780 registered?

RIB 780 is a 1998 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 17 August 1998.

Is RIB 780 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RIB 780 shows 21 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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