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RON 303R

1996 Jaguar Xj

Beige Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

53,598 mi
Last recorded53,598 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRON 303R
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 19 Mar 2026 53,598 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 52,891 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2024 52,360 miles

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 51,468 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2022 50,443 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 50,422 miles

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Pass 28 Nov 2014 50,392 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 50,328 miles

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Pass 29 Nov 2012 50,138 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 49,911 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2010 49,709 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 49,499 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 49,107 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2007 47,708 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2006 46,086 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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RON 303R is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Beige with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.3% with a typical mileage of 106,381 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 RON 303R, 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 30 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 RON 303R?

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What year was RON 303R registered?

RON 303R is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 11 June 1996.

Is RON 303R safe to buy?

The MOT history for RON 303R shows 15 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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