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TEE 5

1996 Jaguar Xj

Blue Petrol 3980cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2023
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

115,138 mi
Last recorded115,138 miles
Recorded on30 May 2022
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTEE 5
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,980cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2022 115,138 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2021 114,448 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 112,838 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 112,564 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2018 111,671 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 111,501 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 111,424 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 110,693 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 110,228 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 107,664 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 107,664 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 106,989 miles

oil leak from diff pinion seal

Fail 29 Jan 2013 106,980 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

oil leak from diff pinion seal

Pass 22 May 2012 104,784 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 104,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 31 Jan 2011 98,053 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2010 91,919 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 85,323 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Feb 2009 85,321 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Jan 2008 76,273 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 66,159 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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TEE 5 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Blue with a 3,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 TEE 5, 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 TEE 5?

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What year was TEE 5 registered?

TEE 5 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is TEE 5 safe to buy?

The MOT history for TEE 5 shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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