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V329 DBN

1999 Jaguar Xj

Black Petrol 3996cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,863 mi
Last recorded121,863 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 1999 Jaguar Xj87,382 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV329 DBN
MakeJaguar
ModelXj
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,996cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 121,863 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 121,847 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

structural corrosion

Pass 25 Sep 2013 120,699 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Oct 2012 119,157 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 118,827 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Drive shaft uj which forms part of the suspension has slight play in a universal joint (2.4.G.4b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 113,561 miles

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

Fail 23 Aug 2011 113,561 miles

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

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

Fail 11 Nov 2010 109,400 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has slight play (2.5.A.3b)

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

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Sep 2009 102,536 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 98,208 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 93,548 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 90,247 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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V329 DBN is a 1999 Jaguar Xj in Black with a 3,996cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Jaguar Xj models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 87,382 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 V329 DBN, 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 27 years old, this Jaguar Xj is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V329 DBN registered?

V329 DBN is a 1999 Jaguar Xj, first registered on 15 October 1999.

Is V329 DBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for V329 DBN shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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