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S801 CGH

1998 Jaguar Xjr

Blue Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

25,340 mi
Last recorded25,340 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 1998 Jaguar Xjr98,646 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS801 CGH
MakeJaguar
ModelXjr
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 25,340 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2025 25,332 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2024 25,191 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Jun 2024 25,191 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 24,415 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 24,200 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2022 24,196 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2020 22,742 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 22,437 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2018 22,324 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2017 19,469 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 19,062 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 17,851 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 17,672 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 17,599 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 17,486 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 17,329 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2010 15,984 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 14,248 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 12,780 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2007 12,015 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 11,456 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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S801 CGH is a 1998 Jaguar Xjr in Blue with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 S801 CGH, 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 S801 CGH registered?

S801 CGH is a 1998 Jaguar Xjr, first registered on 5 August 1998.

Is S801 CGH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S801 CGH shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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