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UCZ 1450

1996 Jaguar Xj

Grey Petrol 3239cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2014
Tests14 (7 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

195,665 mi
Last recorded195,665 miles
Recorded on10 May 2013
Typical for 1996 Jaguar Xj106,381 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationUCZ 1450
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1996
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,239cc

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MOT History

7 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 May 2013 195,665 miles

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 3 May 2013 105,651 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 May 2011 103,456 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 May 2011 103,456 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 101,022 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2010 101,022 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Apr 2009 98,322 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 29 Apr 2009 98,320 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2008 95,601 miles

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

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 8 May 2007 92,479 miles
Fail 8 May 2007 92,479 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 16 May 2006 90,108 miles
Fail 10 May 2006 90,103 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Offside Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 9 May 2006 90,091 miles

Front Service brake indicates brake judder (3.7.D.1)

Front Steering rack insecure (2.2.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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UCZ 1450 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj in Grey with a 3,239cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UCZ 1450, 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

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What year was UCZ 1450 registered?

UCZ 1450 is a 1996 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 26 January 1996.

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